Mick Harrold, a qualified engineer who has spent over 18 years as managing director of Melbourne’s Visual Exposure, has been named the new President of the Australian Sign & Graphics Association (ASGA).
Harrold succeeds Julie Rochester who stepped down from the role of president following the ASGA AGM on February 25.
Harrold has been ASGA’s Vice President for one year and has also spent two years as the Victorian Chair and Treasurer of the association.
“I’m proud to say the ASGA has achieved a lot over the past couple of years while I’ve been at the helm, but this could not have been achieved without the time commitments and contributions of the rest of the Board. I was especially fortunate to have the support of Mick during my time,” Rochester said.
“Mick contributed a significant amount of his own time in making improvements across a number of areas and getting new initiatives off the ground, such as the Sign Industry Directory and program of webinars. His industry expertise across a number of areas, strong leadership and vision for ASGA make him an ideal choice for the role.”
Harrold says he is delighted to take on the role.
“I’m delighted to accept the position of President knowing that I am supported by a dedicated Board and skilled staff,” Harrold said.
“I want to thank Julie for spear-heading one of the most transformative years in ASGA’s history. My goal in leading the ASGA is to build on the achievements of the past fifty years and to continue to provide even greater value and benefits to our members.”
Other ASGA executive appointments changes took place at the meeting: Damien Nielsen was appointed Vice President, Marc Martello was appointed Public Officer and Treasurer and Wade French was appointed WA State Chair. Regional committees are represented by the following Chairs: Marc Martello (NSW), Mick Harrold (VIC), Julie Rochester (SA) and Wade French (WA).
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