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| Issue 25 | October 2009 | View as a webpage |
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Dear , I am delighted to announce to members the appointment of our new Chairman, Peter Kellner. You can find out more about Peter below, but I’m sure that you will all join me in welcoming him into the RCS family. I believe that Peter’s appointment marks the beginning of an exciting time in the Society’s long and distinguished history and I very much look forward to working alongside him. I must also take this opportunity to thank Sir Michael McWilliam who has acted as interim RCS Chairman since March 2009. His support, leadership and commitment have been invaluable. Danny Sriskandarajah | Director |
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Introducing the new chair of the RCSWe are delighted to announce the appointment of Peter Kellner as the new Chairman of the RCS. Peter is the President of YouGov, a research, opinion polling and consulting organisation. Formerly the political analyst of BBC Newsnight, over the last 30 years Peter has also been a journalist with the Sunday Times, the Independent, New Statesman and Evening Standard. He was a visiting fellow at Nuffield College, Oxford and the Institute for Policy Studies. He is married to Baroness Catherine Ashton, the European Trade Commissioner. “I am delighted that Peter Kellner is taking up this post”, says Sir Michael McWilliam, interim RCS Chairman since March 2009. “He is deeply committed to the aims of the RCS and will be an influential advocate of its cause. I am certain that the RCS will benefit greatly from his leadership.” Peter Kellner said, “The RCS is an organisation with a proud history and a great future. I look forward to helping it become an increasingly active and important Commonwealth centre.” Peter has sat on the RCS Council since 2007. His appointment follows an open recruitment process led by independent executive search company, Saxton Bampfylde. |
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Commonwealth Conversation: latest news!In the run-up to CHOGM, the Commonwealth Conversation is really starting to heat up. Over the next 7 weeks, nearly 30 events are taking place around the world. From Abuja to Arusha, Nairobi to New Delhi, Lilongwe to Lusaka, hundreds of people are joining in. Some fascinating results are beginning to emerge, but we still need many more people to contribute. Many high-profile figures have already joined in the Conversation. Why not tell us if you agree with their comments?
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Thursday 8 October, 8.30am - 12.30pm1/2 Day Workshop with Connectwell“Well Connected?"Today, more than ever, we rely on truly effective relationships with others in business and organisational life. But have you ever tried to build those and felt frustrated, misunderstood, unfulfilled, ineffective, mistrusted - even invisible? Connectwell will help you look at who you already know and how that can mean much more for you. Experience more effective relationships and achieve more as a result! Click here for more ... |
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Thursday 8 October, 9.15amGolf Day with the Association of London ClubsThe RCS is organising a day of golf with the Association of London Clubs and hopes to put together a team of 4 to enter the competition. The day will include breakfast, lunch, 18 holes of golf and prizes as well. Book your place with the Membership Department on 020 7766 9231. |
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Thursday 22 October, 6pmScreening“The Age of Stupid"In this new movie, Pete Postlethwaite stars as a man living alone in the devastated future world of 2055, looking at old footage from 2008 and asking: why didn’t we stop climate change when we had the chance? We’ll be joined by producer Lizzie Gillett for questions after the screening. Click here for more... |
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Wednesday 28 October, 6pmkeynote speech by Vince Cable“The Global and Commonwealth dimensions of the economic crisis"The nation's favourite recession guru, Vince Cable, MP, Shadow Chancellor and Deputy Leader of the Liberal Democrats, is confirmed to speak on the above date. Click here to book... |
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Thursday 5 November, 6.30pmCommonwealth Games Baton DinnerCome and rub shoulders with some of England's best known athletes and see the Delhi 2010 Queen’s Baton before it heads off around the 71 Commonwealth Games countries. The RCS is proud to host a celebratory dinner in conjunction with Commonwealth Games England. We will be joined by their newly elected president, Dame Kelly Holmes, Lawrence Dallaglio OBE and other sports stars. Click here find out who and to book... |
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Tuesday 10 November, 8.30am - 10amBusiness Breakfast with Nigel Kippax“Bringing business efficiency to the 3rd sector"Donor fatigue can be one of the first side effects of a failing economy. So how will you survive on the same or a lower income? Can you achieve efficiency improvements while enhancing, not cutting, capability? Click here for more... |
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Gallery - September 8 to October 9“Dharmadeepa Sri Lanka Island of Balance"This exhibition of original photographic prints from Stephen Champion is selected from his latest book and is currently on show at the RCS. It documents Sri Lanka’s village culture and landscape, far removed from the corruption of everyday and celebrates the simple art of living and ancient traditions of tolerance, sharing and peaceful coexistence. Click here for more... |
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Members' Lounge - August to January“London and New York"The nine new pieces hung in the members’ lounge are by artist Louis Sidoli who, before turning to art, made his career in car design and engineering. This new art work is not only beautiful to look at but is an engineering masterpiece. The choice of colour and texture bring a different light to some well-known images of London and New York. Click here for more... |
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Commonwealth ClubBetter discounts for membersWe want to make your next meeting or dinner more affordable and better value for money. Therefore, we're doing the following two things to help you out. Bigger discounts for members on room hire! No room hire when booking a dinner For further information contact the Events Team on 020 7766 9223. |
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Partners |
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ConnectwellThe RCS is grateful to Connectwell for their sponsorship of the 'RCS Exchange' magazine. Connectwell is a Development Company, helping organisations and individuals ‘Move Beyond their Potential’. They offer a blend of coaching and consultancy support. |
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The RCS also offers attractive partnership and advertising opportunities through our various online and printed publications as well as our projects and events. For more information please visit the Supporting Us section of the website or contact Zoë Ware on 020 7766 9240. |
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