Peter has already held the position of President once – from November 2009 to June 2010.  It was under Peter’s first administration that the Club was established as a charitable association and obtained legal status.  Peter was very ably assisted in this matter by our Club Treasurer, Istvan Grafjódi, who is the longest continuing serving member of the Club Executive Committee.  Peter is also well-known for his organisation of three major events – two Area Conferences and one Club Conference – all held at the beautiful Beke Hotel and resounding successes.

    In his acceptance speech Peter thanked Andras Barath and the existing committee for their sterling work.  He went on to outline aspects that he wished to focus on in the coming period.  His primary concern is the need to do more to retain long-standing members. He also feels that this is an opportunity to make a survey of current members’ perceptions of the Club.  He highlighted the need for a long-term strategy so that new committees were not always starting afresh, and to provide greater continuity for all members.  He also hopes to see the Club do more to promote the general interests of Club members. 

    Other news is that the Club competition will be on Monday 5th March.  This is the first stage of the competition for the International Speech Competition that culminates in the grand convention to be held this year in Orlando, Florida from August 15th to 18th.  There is also the evaluation contest.  Further details will be announced shortly.