Thursday, 14 Nov 2024

AGM 2024 – Candidate for Elections

The AGM for 2024 is fast approaching, and we are excited to announce that there is one candidate for the upcoming elections. The AGM will be held in Chengdu on Saturday, April 27, 2024. This election is to fill a casual vacancy on the Council, and we are looking forward to a successful event.

Candidate Profile

We are proud to introduce Charlotte Dew-Hattens from Denmark as our candidate. Charlotte has an impressive background, and you can find more information about her here.

On Friday, March 8, we will send out the Agenda, meeting papers, Annual Report, and Audited Financial Statements for the year ended December 31, 2023, to all our members.

Getting Ready for the AGM

To ensure a smooth and successful AGM, there are a few tasks you need to complete. We appreciate those who have already finished these tasks and kindly remind others to do so as soon as possible.

  1. Complete the Delegate Nomination Form available for download on the AGM page of Carnegiecentre.com. Send the completed form to Patricia Wong at [email protected]
  2. Book the flight for your delegate(s). Please refer to the Travel Grant for one delegate, which you can find here.
  3. Transport will be provided only from Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) / Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to the Holiday Inn and back. Please make your arrangements accordingly.
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Booking Accommodation

To make your stay comfortable, we have organized official accommodation at the Holiday Inn Chengdu City West. Each member association is responsible for booking and paying for their accommodation at the official hotel. The deadline for booking is Friday, April 5, 2024.

BWF Support

The BWF will reimburse the room cost for one delegate for three nights (or four nights if they also attend their Continental Confederation AGM in Chengdu). The reimbursement rate is USD92 per night for the Standard King/Twin room type. Please note that this reimbursement will be processed within three weeks after the AGM.

Room Rates and Booking Options

Each room at the Holiday Inn comes with two complimentary breakfasts, allowing delegates to share rooms if desired. Here are the room rates available:

  • Standard King/Twin: USD92 (reimbursement rate)
  • Deluxe King/Twin: USD106
  • Executive Club King: USD134

You can choose one of two booking options:

  1. Option 1 – Online Booking with Credit Card Payment: To secure your booking, provide your credit card number and details as instructed on Carnegiecentre.com.
  2. Option 2 – Manual Booking with Bank Transfer Payment: Follow the instructions on our website and send the required information to the organizers. They will provide an invoice, and you can make the payment via bank transfer.

If you encounter any difficulties with the payment process, please reach out to Patricia Wong at [email protected].

Check-In/Check-Out and Terms

The official check-in time is 14:00, and check-out time is 12:00. Early check-in requests are subject to availability. Please note that a full-day surcharge applies to guests arriving to check in between 08:00 and 14:00.

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Late check-out after 14:00 but before 18:00 will incur a charge of 50% of the room rate, while departures after 18:00 will be charged the full rate. Cancellation after Monday, April 15, will result in a late cancellation charge equivalent to one night’s stay. The hotel must be notified in writing of any cancellations.

Deposit on Check-In

Upon check-in, the hotel will require a deposit of CNY500 (USD70) as a guarantee. This deposit does not cover additional expenses such as long-distance phone calls, room service, mini bar, or laundry. If no deposit is paid, the mini bar will be locked, and all service requests will be on a cash basis.

Key Dates for the AGM 2024

To keep you informed, here are the key dates leading up to the AGM:

  • Friday, March 8 – Notice of the AGM and agenda.
  • Friday, March 22 – Deadline for amendments.
  • Friday, April 4 – Deadline for booking and payment of rooms.
  • Thursday, April 25 – Welcome Dinner.
  • Friday, April 26 – BWF Members’ Forum 2024.
  • Saturday, April 27 – 85th BWF AGM.

If you need any assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact Patricia Wong at [email protected]

FAQs

Q: How many candidates are running for the elections at the AGM?

A: There is one candidate for the elections at the AGM.

Q: Where can I find more information about the candidate?

A: You can find more information about the candidate on Carnegiecentre.com under the candidate’s profile section.

Q: When will the agenda and meeting papers be sent out?

A: The agenda, meeting papers, Annual Report, and Audited Financial Statements will be sent out on Friday, March 8.

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Q: What tasks do I need to complete to get ready for the AGM?

A: You need to complete the Delegate Nomination Form, book the flight for your delegate(s), and make accommodation arrangements.

Q: How do I book accommodation at the official hotel?

A: You can book accommodation at the official hotel by following the instructions on Carnegiecentre.com. There are two options available for booking and payment.

Summary

In conclusion, the AGM 2024 is an important event where we will elect a candidate to fill a casual vacancy on the Council. Charlotte Dew-Hattens from Denmark is our candidate, and we encourage you to learn more about her on Carnegiecentre.com. To ensure a successful AGM, please complete the necessary tasks, including the Delegate Nomination Form and accommodation booking. We look forward to seeing you in Chengdu on April 27, 2024.