Donnelly steps down

Dear Members,

I wanted to be the first inform you that after nearly two years as Chairman of the Parramatta Eels Club, I will be stepping down to focus on the next stage of the Parramatta Leagues Club (PLC) governance reform process. I will however, remain on the Parramatta Eels Club Board as one of the two PLC-nominated Directors.

When I became Parramatta Eels Chairman in 2016 my intention was always to oversee a smooth transition to a new Chairman at the appropriate time. I am pleased to say that we have achieved that goal with the unanimous endorsement of Sean McElduff as our Club’s new Chairman.

Sean is a current Parramatta Eels Club Board member and a former Westpac Institutional Bank senior executive who has a proven track record of accomplishments as a leader. I’m very confident he will bring a wealth of knowledge and valuable experience to the Chairmanship.

The support and encouragement that I have received from Eels Members and fans throughout my time as Chairman of our Club has been tremendous and I offer my sincere thanks.

When I arrived at the Club there were numerous issues and unresolved challenges that needed to be addressed and I am delighted to say that the vast majority of those are no longer factors or hurdles that will affect the Club’s progress moving forward. We have enacted constitutional reform through a new governance platform and we have financially stabilised the business.

While we are all disappointed with the on-field performance in 2018, I am proud that we now have a Board and management team focused on addressing these issues strategically and with purpose. Sean will keep you updated on the progress of the Football Review and the Strategic Plan which will move our Club in the right direction for future success.

Your continued support and resilience is the foundation of the Parramatta Eels, and it has been an honour and a privilege to serve this great rugby league club.
Yours Sincerely,

Max Donnelly

"He signed with the Broncos first mate. But he couldn't start until Reynolds left (2027) so we picked him up for 2026. Otherwise he would have to stay in Melbourne. Everyone wins, except the Storm."

"I don't think they are as concerned about their reputations as some folk on here. I commented yesterday how good it is that it's all quiet since the beginning of November."

Replies

Parra fan on The Hill August 6, 2018 at 9:19am

Question: is Sean McElduff a Parra fan?
- Grunta Disgruntled -nrl’s a rort > Parra fan on The Hill August 6, 2018 at 9:25am
  
  No WSW. Wouldn’t know his arse from his elbow when it comes to rugby league.
  - Parra fan on The Hill > Grunta Disgruntled -nrl’s a rort August 6, 2018 at 9:27am
    
    f*ck.
    - Grunta Disgruntled -nrl’s a rort > Parra fan on The Hill August 6, 2018 at 9:44am
      
      Nah don’t know the bloke mate, just juicin’.
      - Parra fan on The Hill > Grunta Disgruntled -nrl’s a rort August 6, 2018 at 9:51am
        
        cheeky, bugger.
      - Sir Col "THE NODDY MUSHROOM" > Grunta Disgruntled -nrl’s a rort August 6, 2018 at 8:36pm
        
        You are on your game today Grunts - well done *cue evil chuckle*
  - Longfin Eel > Grunta Disgruntled -nrl’s a rort August 6, 2018 at 9:39am
    
    He only has to be able to run a club and get people in who do know the game. If he is a proven leader, he should have the necessary skills to do this.
    - Parra fan on The Hill > Longfin Eel August 6, 2018 at 9:45am
      
      I'd feel happier if the CEO and chairman were Parra fans at heart. I want them to hurt like we do when we lose.
      - CarloEEL2 > Parra fan on The Hill August 6, 2018 at 9:49am
        
        Agree
  - Wizardssleeves official receipts > Grunta Disgruntled -nrl’s a rort August 6, 2018 at 10:06am
    
    Haha Grunta