The Guyana Body Building and Fitness Federation (GBBFF), in a recent press release, has sought to clarify the scope of duties for their member and former President Keavon Bess, in light of a decision taken during their last election.
The GBBFF divulged in statement, “The Guyana Body Building and Fitness Federation (GBBFF) held a special meeting on the 26th May, 2025, to Clarify the Scope of Authority in Recent Internal Matters. In attendance were the President; Roger Callender, Executive Members: General Secretary; Romelton Siland, Treasurer; Shemina Peroune, Assistant Secretary/ Treasurer; Imtiaz Satar, and Organizing Secretary; Tariq Dakil; absent was the Vice President; Coel Marks.
The organization recognizes that in dynamic environments, decisions are often made with the best interests of the mission at heart. In this case, however, at the last general elections a position was created appointing Mr. Keavon Bess as the ‘Executive Director’ of the GBBFF while the organization welcomes Mr. Bess’s wealth of experience as a past president and values his opinion on matters concerning the organisation, the title of the said position does not exist within the Guyana Body Building and Fitness Federation constitution, as such, this position gives Mr. Bess no legal authority to act on behalf of the organization without consultation or permission from the President. Therefore, all communication with the organization must be initiated to and from the current president of the GBBFF Mr. Roger Callender.
Upon review of the said position, the organisation has initiated a constructive process to realign roles, responsibilities, and communication practices to ensure clarity and consistency going forward and has decided against amending the constitution to include the position of an ‘Executive Director’. This decision was unanimously supported by all members who attended the meeting.
This decision highlights the importance of reinforcing our internal processes so that everyone is empowered to contribute effectively within a clearly defined framework while we continue to foster a culture of collaboration, transparency, and shared accountability. The Federation remains grateful to Mr. Bess’s dedication and service over the years. Mr. Bess has automatically became a lifetime member, an Honourary status given to all past presidents that recognizes their contribution to the sport.”
