Nominations to stand in this year’s board elections open

Nominations open in Ukie’s 2024 board elections on 16th August, giving people from full Ukie member companies an opportunity to nominate themselves for the board.

The board plays an essential role in the management of Ukie, working in tandem with the organisation to help set its direction, support the team and ensure it is accountable to the industry. We’re looking for a wide range of voices from our membership to sit on the board to ensure it truly represents our industry.

How nominations work

Full Ukie members are entitled to nominate themselves to join the Ukie board. You can nominate yourself to join the board using the form found here, providing relevant details and a supporting personal statement to explain why you should be elected.

Nominations for the board close at 5pm on Friday 6th September. Following the nomination process, the board election commences on Wednesday 11th September, concluding by Friday 26th September at 5pm. The results of the election will be announced at Ukie’s AGM on Thursday 3rd October 2024. Ukie members can sign up to attend the AGM here.

The role and responsibilities of the Board

The Board is responsible for being the guardian of members’ interests. The responsibilities of the Ukie Board include appointing the Ukie CEO, approving the annual report and accounts, and electing the Chair, Vice Chair, and Honorary Treasurer. The Board also recommends an appropriate auditor for appointment at the AGM and determines the criteria for membership. Additionally, it maintains control over internal systems and delegated authorities, approves the annual operating plans and budget, including subscription levels, and is responsible for the financial position of the association. It plays a key role in establishing Ukie’s market position and overseeing any potential restructuring. Governance arrangements, strategic direction, and policy priorities are also within the Board’s remit, alongside ensuring a robust framework for managing risks. Board members are expected to attend regular meetings, which take place every six to eight weeks.

Election rules

• Only fully paid up Ukie Full Members can be elected to the Ukie Board
• All paid-up Full and fee-paying Partners can vote for election to the Board (one company, one vote)
• There is only one vote per member company. Only one candidate per member company can stand for election
• We strongly encourage you to exercise your voting power to vote for people you want to see fill the spaces on the board
• Members cannot vote for individuals in their own company or Affiliate (studios owned by a member Publisher) company
• Board members who are successfully elected serve a two year term. Board members can serve a maximum term of six years, provided they are successfully re-elected in future elections.
• Nominees with the most votes are duly elected to the board until the board reaches its stated capacity​ and results are announced at the AGM on Thursday 3rd September.

You can nominate yourself for election to the Ukie board here.