As we reach the end of 2021, it is time to select the members of the 2022 San Diego Chapter Board of Directors. Because we are not able to meet in person due to COVID concerns, this year’s election will be held online again, using MotorsportReg.com. Here is the information for nominations and voting:

Nov 1 – Dec 5: Nominations

If you are interested in running for office, send your name, member number and the office you want to run for to info@sdbmwcca.com. All offices are open for this election. The current office holders are listed at sdbmwcca.com/club-board. If you want more information about being a board member, feel free to ask anyone on the board.

Dec 6 - Dec 12: Open Voting

When the voting period opens, cast your votes at MotorsportReg.com (VOTING NOW CLOSED). You will be prompted to log in or create a free MotorsportReg.com account. When creating your account please be sure to use the same name shown on your BMW CCA membership card. You can only vote once, and you must be an active BMW CCA member.

Dec 13: Election Winners Announced

If you have any questions about the election, please send them to jhp@sdbmwcca.com.

Nominees

Robert Fisher - I am running for Director at Large

Hello San Diego BMW CCA Family,

I'm Bob Fisher (aka Backroads Bob). I'd like to introduce myself in order for you to know a little about me and what I can offer the club as a board member at large.

My wife Marty and I are hikers, warm water scuba divers, and dog lovers. I also love fishing. Zeke, our Toy Fox Terrier, is at the door as soon as the car keys jingle and all three of us love to drop the ragtop and cruise in our 2009 128i or 2017 M240i.

I have attended several club events and want to help this chapter grow in size, while maintaining its status as a strong member of the San Diego county community.

I enjoy the club FB forums where folks share their knowledge, experience and advice with some tasteful, good humored joking around thrown in as accessories. I can rely on club members' support with suggestions and recommendations for service providers and want to help mature that supportive community anyway I can.

I bring 30 years of professional project management experience with me and can leverage that in many areas where needed by helping out in scheduling events, securing sponsorships, planning things out, researching new ideas, events, venues managing small and large budgets, etc. I have worn many hats in the business world and participated in several not for profit clubs as secretary, treasurer, leader, event planner, general labor help to set-up / teardown and community spokesperson in Trout Unlimited, Sierra Club, Mohican Fly Fishing Club and the Tampa Bay Coalition to ban commercial net fishing in Tampa Fl., where our success 23 years ago, yielded a rapid return of numerous recreational fishing species to that area leading to an increase in tourist vacation spending.

I look forward to meeting you all at some event during the next several years regardless of the outcome of the vote and wish you all Happy Holidays.

Matt Gage - I am re-running for Vice President

I’ve been an active club member since I purchased my first BMW in 2016 and I’ve been a member of the board since 2018. I also organize the quarterly club tours and try to promote generating content for the website. My favorite thing about being part of the club is the friends I’ve made. In my first term as Vice President, I’ve started recording basic metrics regarding membership counts and website member content analytics. I hope that I can contribute to restoring our membership levels to pre-pandemic levels.

Reza Sharghi - I am re-running for Director at Large

My name is Reza Sharghi a fellow enthusiast that has been involved with the car community for the past decade. 4 years ago I fell in love with Bimmers and purchased my first F82 M4. I tastefully have modified the car over the years and love attending events in Southern California. In 2021 I served as Director at Large hosting one pretty awesome back country drive and I look forward to helping in the coming year. 2021 was challenging without Autocross and a few other events that we normally would have had but optimistic that we will create and even better new year. Personally 2021 was a very busy year for my family being blessed bringing in our second child into the world and now coming into 2022 I look forward to contributing new ideas along with providing a safe atmosphere for our community of members. See you on the open road and thanks for considering me for the opportunity.

Greg Uhler - I am re-running for President

I’m running for chapter President. I’ve been a San Diego BMW CCA member since 1997, and served on the board as Newsletter Editor for a few years and most recently as chapter President. I’m enthusiastic about all BMW’s (and MINI) and enjoy being part of the team that plans, organizes, and runs events for our chapter. My vision for 2022 is to re-establish our autocross program at one or more new venues and to provide the best driving and social events throughout the year for our members, while keeping everyone safe and informed. Thank you!

Catalina Uhler - I am re-running for Director at Large

I have been a BMW CCA member since 1998, participating in many autocrosses, Performance Center events, backroad drives, and social events. Though I can’t talk to you about specific BMW models and parts, I can appreciate beautiful cars and love hanging out with other BMW enthusiasts. This past year was my first year serving on the board as one of the Directors at Large. I helped plan the Cars & Coffee event at the San Diego Automotive Museum in July 2021. I hope to continue in this Director at Large position and help plan more family friendly events for our fantastic SDBMWCCA family.

Ryan Moore - I am re-running for Treasurer

I've been an active member with the San Diego Chapter since 2010 and served as the Chapter Treasurer since 2018. It would be my honor to continue to serve the Chapter as Treasurer in 2022.

Paul Silver - I am re-running for Secretary

I’ve been an active member of the club since 2010, serving as your Chapter Secretary 2014-2015 and from 2018 to the present. My favorite part of being a member of the BMW CCA has been the people I’ve met and the friendships I’ve made. Through our club, I’ve had some amazing experiences, including attending my first Oktoberfest, participating in a group European Delivery experience, and participating in some awesome auto crosses, backroad driving tours, social events, and even a few rallies. Though we’ve had precious few rallies over the years, I did plan and execute a gimmick “photo” rally several years ago, and would like to do another of these, as we work on planning a return of Chapter events in the coming year. It would be my honor to continue serving as our Chapter Secretary.

Lisa Goehring - I am running for Driving School Director

As a club member since 2006, I’ve served on our Chapter board in various positions for the past 15 years. I’ve served multiple terms as Secretary, Newsletter Editor, President from 2018-2020, and this past year as Communications Director. Now our Chapter has a need for someone to lead our Driving School program, and I’m willing to step in to help.

I’ve served as a member of the driving team for a number of years, assisting with graphics, promotion, swag, sponsorship acquisition, and helping out at registration. Now that we’re able to get back on track after two years of dormancy, I hope to help our program get back in action, providing the fun, safe, and instructional events our members know and love.

The Club has provided so many fantastic experiences and friends to me over the years, and I look forward to continuing to give back and help grow our club in the years ahead.

Thi Tran - I am running for Director at Large

Four-year member of BMW CCA (San Diego and Golden Gate chapters) who is crazy enough to use his E39 M5 as the track toy. Looking to give back to the community by helping organize safe and fun Driving Schools.

Board of Directors Position Descriptions

PRESIDENT

Acquire facility and conduct monthly board meeting.
Represent the chapter at club and non-club functions.
Respond to email and telephone inquiries regarding the chapter.
Oversee the activities of the board of directors.
Ensure safety protocols at events are in place and followed.
Review financial reports and ensure that the chapter is in good financial condition.
Check the chapter website regularly to ensure it is up to date.
Contribute content for the chapter website, social media, newsletter, and BimmerLife magazine.
Schedule the yearly election meeting in December. If not running for reelection, conduct the meeting. If running for reelection, arrange for someone to conduct the meeting to avoid a conflict of interest.
Coordinate with other chapter presidents and the BMW CCA regional vice president on regional issues.
Within two weeks of the chapter election, submit the Chapter Officer Questionnaire form to National.
Provide positive motivation to all board members and chapter members.

VICE PRESIDENT

Attend board meetings and vote on issues as required.
Support the chapter president as required.
Conduct board meetings in the absence of the chapter president.
Act as Membership Chair by sending welcome letters to all new members. Answer numerous email inquiries concerning membership.
Track membership statistics for the chapter.

TREASURER

Attend board meetings and vote on issues as required.
Reconcile accounts payable and receivable on a monthly basis.
Present chapter financial status at board meetings.
Perform financial analysis for cash flow, income, and expenses.
Verify expenses and write reimbursement checks.
Oversee the preparation of the annual tax return for the IRS.
Prepare the Chapter Financial Report to National by March 31 of each calendar year.

SECRETARY

Keep accurate minutes of each Board Meeting.
Present the previous month’s minutes to the Board for approval.
Submit monthly minutes for publication on the website.

DIRECTOR/AUTOCROSS

Attend board meetings and vote on issues as required.
Negotiate for sites and dates with site officials and other car clubs.
Arrange liability insurance for the events by submitting the insurance certificate request.
Create MSR event and email members about upcoming events.
Manage online registration, including timely up dates to the registration website.
Ensure event is promoted through Chapter's communication channels.
Ensure that payment and insurance certificates are delivered to the site manager.
Arrange lunch, drink, and comfort facilities for the event.
Coordinate volunteers for course design, set-up, tech inspection, timing, registration, lunch, and clean-up.
Coordinate with the Chief Instructor to ensure there are enough instructors for the event.
Manage event: ensure it is on schedule and supervise throughout the event.
Report to the Board of Directors on the financial results and needs of the autocross program.

DIRECTOR/DRIVING SCHOOL

Attend board meetings and vote on issues as required.
Plan all aspects of the driving school.
Coordinate volunteer staff for annual driving school.
Arrange liability insurance for the school by submitting the insurance certificate request.
Coordinate with the motel to ensure rooms are reserved for instructors and students.
Coordinate with the Chief Instructor to ensure there are enough instructors for the school.
Coordinate with the Chief Steward for track supervision.
Coordinate with the track officials for dates, track rental fees, corner workers, emergency medical vehicle, and all necessary equipment.
Oversee logistics for the chapter’s equipment transport.
Submit the Driving Events Reporting Form within 30 days of the driving school.

DIRECTOR/EQUIPMENT MEISTER

Attend board meetings and vote on issues as required.
Maintain all aspects of Club truck, including arranging service/maintenance, insurance, registration, service records, storage location, washing, exercising and fueling.
Maintain Club trailer, lights, brakes, tires, hitch, and cover in good working order.
Arrange suitable, secure trailer storage location.
Maintain current inventory and value of trailer equipment, contents, and supplies.
Maintain electronic equipment batteries, generator, trailer PA system, radios, timing display, fire extinguishers, helmets, canopies, flags, vests, and other related autocross equipment.
Organize trailer equipment and loading plan.
Transport club truck and trailer to and from each autocross event.
Assist with set-up and teardown of equipment, helmet rentals/returns, packing/unpacking trailer at autocross events.
Coordinate use of truck and trailer with Driving School Director for annual driving school.
Transfer items not currently in use from trailer to club storage unit to open up space in trailer.

DIRECTOR/COMMUNICATIONS

Attend board meetings and vote on issues as required.
Develop, coordinate, and distribute information and content for Chapter’s various media channels to inform members and the public of the club’s activities, news, and benefits.
Lead the Communications Team and ensure management of social media channels.
Produce and distribute regular E-News email blast.
Coordinate content for submission to regional BimmerLife Magazine.
Update Chapter Membership Guide as needed and coordinate its printing and distribution.

DIRECTOR/SOCIAL EVENTS

Attend board meetings and vote on issues as required.
Arrange social gatherings, such as Meet & Greets, or suggest local events/activities for Board consideration.
Recruit volunteers for events as needed.
Provide event information for promotion in Chapter newsletter, website, and social media.

DIRECTOR/WACHSMEISTER

Attend board meetings and vote on issues as required.
Responsible for the annual clean car event & charity auction.
Negotiate with the city to the schedule and date of the annual clean car contest.
Coordinate with BMW dealers and sponsors to obtain support and auction items for the clean car contest and charity auction.
Coordinate volunteers needed to support the annual clean car contest including all judges.
Procure event awards.
Obtain event insurance.
Arrange for catered lunch for the event.
Supervise set-up and clean-up of the clean car event.
Run the charity auction portion of event.
Provide event information to newsletter editor and web master (LA & SD chapters) for publication.
Provide event information to other chapters, local dealerships, and the general public.
Submit the insurance rebate form to National.
Submit the event report to the board.

DIRECTOR/WEBMEISTER

Attend board meetings and vote on issues as required.
Maintain the chapter’s website including adding/removing events, posting announcements, posting autocross and other event results, post articles, photos, and other content.
Administer and maintain the Chapter’s e-mail list and e-mail service.
Administer and maintain the Chapter’s domain names and web hosting account.
Assist with maintenance of Chapter’s social media accounts.

DIRECTOR-AT-LARGE (ASST. EQUIPMENT MEISTER)

Attend board meetings and vote on issues as required.
Bring new ideas to the chapter.
Coordinate use of club equipment in support of various club events (Clean Car Show, HPDE, SoCal Euro, etc.).
Assist the EQUIPMENT MEISTER in the maintenance/organization of the club equipment.

DIRECTOR-AT-LARGE (three positions)

Attend board meetings and vote on issues as required.
Bring new ideas to the chapter.
Plan and run technical/social events or driving tours.
Assist other directors in running their events.

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VOTING NOW CLOSED: 2022 Board of Directors Election