In what could only be described as an influx of new faces into the governance of the Guyana Amateur Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation (GABBFF), a new look board was elected into office at the Guyana Olympic House, High Street, Kingston on Saturday as the Federation held their Annual General Meeting (AGM).
The winners of the R&R cycling take a photo opportunity to display their prizes
Coel Marks, a 30 year old businessman and former competitor will now lead the new body for the next two years as he won 17 nods to take over the helm of the GABBFF from outgoing president, Attorney-at-Law Keavon Bess as he only managed to get the green light from 14 voters. The new president will be assisted with the services of businessman Sean Satrohan who will be serving as his deputy while Lisa Ahmad will now serve as the General Secretary, Steven Roberts as Organising Secretary and Economist Roger Rogers taking the role of Treasurer of the Federation. International Bodybuilding Federation certified judge, Frank Tucker was the Returning Officer.
In an exclusive interview with Guyana Times Sport after assuming office, Marks indicated that nothing has changed from the promises he made prior to the elections.The newly-elected president highlighted that this was an invaluable experience to share and to take into consideration the amount of stakeholders that hold dearly the best interest of the Federation. Marks, taking a more financially-focused approach, pointed out the fact that his body is filled with individuals who are all au fait with the ins and outs of finances, particularly since the Federation is cash strapped.
“What our team will bring is a different approach and perspective towards it and off the bat we have strong economic ties, the VP [vice-president] has very good relation with the business community, a strong treasurer who is an economist so he understands money so he knows to operate and how to generate money,” Marks said. The new president went on to say that “We are going to look at areas the incumbent left behind and enhance those as we are a fresh group, all excited as first time board members and are all passionate about the sport.” Past President, Bess and Vice President, Huge Ross all extended congratulations and offered their full support at making the Federation better and carrying it for the next two years.
