Andrew Carrazzo, Heath Scotland and Andrew Walker, each of whom have contributed eight seasons of senior service to the club, were rewarded with Life Memberships, as was popular doorman Sam Salamone.
Sam Salamone, Heath Scotland, Andrew Carrazzo and Andrew Walker
More than 150 members turned out for the AGM, during which time Carlton CEO Greg Swann confirmed an operating profit of $742,401, amounting to a $200,000 increase on last year excluding government grants, which enabled the club to eradicate a further $700,000 of its existing debt.
Members also endorsed a series of amendments to the Club’s constitution - the most significant of them expanding the criteria for Members’ voting rights.
Swann also confirmed;
· a club turnover of $40million (representing an increase of 14.3 per cent) through 2011;
· a record membership of 44,136 (compared with 40,480 in 2010);
· a record $3.8million received in gate receipts
· a record $1.9million received in merchandise sales
· a total of 1.22 million supporters attending all 24 matches;
· an increased football department spend of $1.4million; and
· an increased website and social media growth and greater community involvement.
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Carlton CFO Jason Reddick, Vice President Richard Newton, Vice President Jeanne Pratt and CEO Greg Swann
Carlton also acknowledged the careers of former players Ryan Houlihan and Setanta O’hAilpin and the passing of Life Members Alan Lugg OAM and Ralph Madge and former players Jim Clapton, Denis Collins, Alex and Harold Hanton and Alan Sorell.
