Michelle Gerdtz has been appointed as the new AFL Barwon Chair.
She has held the position of deputy chair for four years and has been selected at an official commission meeting on Wednesday night.
She is taking over from Craig Keating.
Commissioner Ashley West has been handed the role of Deputy Chair.
Michelle has immense experience in the sporting industry – having held key roles in Netball Victoria for six years and also appointed as the first female President of a Geelong Football Netball League club in 2012.
“I am honoured to take on the leadership role in one the richest football and netball regions in Victoria.”
“I would personally like to Craig Keating for his guidance, support, and encouragement in taking on this position.”
“I’m looking forward to working closely with the member clubs, commission, staff and stakeholders with the view to continue to progress the region. It’s an exciting time right now for AFL Barwon with the development of our strategic direction for the next three to five years.”
Further changes to the AFL Barwon Commission for 2023 saw Lachie Young appointed for a three year term at November 30 AFL Barwon Annual General Meeting.
