Chris RL FHNSAB

https://cadets.org/statement-regarding-ongoing-litigation

It's truly baffling......

Our current statements, and future ones, have and will continue to clarify/expand as we can. We don't speak as a BOD via DCP and I do not speak representing the BOD here, but as my own voice. We speak as one via our statements. I do see that my general post you are responding to did not sink in, based on your question and it's accusatory tone. That's disappointing as I'm trying to help within the previously stated parameters all boards are governed.

Boards have a fiduciary responsibility to the organizations they are elected to lead. There are a multitude of internal and external restrictions on what and how information is shared generally to the public, as well as confidentiality we are bound to. Both of your bullets above are incorrect. Not for profit BOD's generally have (including Cadets) massive experience on both for-profit and not for profit boards, and I would ask you to look at BOD's out of our little (and shrinking) niche activity and their depth of detailed (or lack their to) communication to the public, and when. Please support whatever corp you can, today. Volunteer, donate, anything but following/starting gossip on a website. If DCI is to survive, we need everyone to be productive, literally like today...or you will end up with no activity to be posting about. I am speaking as a fan/volunteer/teacher/past marching member and not as my current role as BOD member of Cadets. We speak as one voice through our public statements and all of my comments above are in generality and not directly related to Cadets and my 33 years of involvement . Not once have I chose this forum to speak negatively of massive volunteer army's who give unselfishly of days, years, and decades to their org of their choice. And yes, not only do boards volunteer they are generally the largest financial donor pool as well....so consider that as you question BOD's motivation across the activity. Every BOD I guarantee wants their organization to thrive, or why would they do what we all do?

More will be forthcoming Jeff. Please reread John's note to answer your question.

Thanks Jeff. Your information is incorrect. Our transportation challenges were with a bad bus company, which we chose to replace and reallocate those funds for a new one at championship week. This decision had nothing to do with anyone leaving, in fact Denise spearheaded the removal of the bus company and replacement. Rumors are just that. Rumors. If you have questions, ask us/me. We will continue to be as transparent as we can, knowing that we speak as one BOD. Thanks for the compliment.

I appreciate that. Happy to continue keeping the facts out here while we chart our forward path(s).

I'm secretary of the board of directors at Cadets, if that helps. Trying to keep accurate information flowing, and not gossip from those who do not know what they are speaking about.

That is an incorrect statement, on both counts.

https://cadets.org/message-our-board-chair-0

That's our goal.....on all fronts! Thanks for the nod. Working hard to make our alumni proud every day.

Justin's title was adjusted many months ago. Nothing to see here.

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It's time for our Maroon and Gold campaign at Cadets Arts and Entertainment! We've unlocked a lot so far, but trust me....you'll want to hear the percussion feature and CBrass recordings. 😁 I was with the Corp for the April camp, and I'm thrilled for you to learn and hear more about this very special 2023 production and group of members. We humbly ask our alumni and fans to support them! Remember your gift is tax deductible, and you can pick a recurring monthly, one time....or join our very special 1934 circle, donating $1934 or above, and unlock a ton of exclusive content. Questions? We are an open book and you may email me at Cryanlawrence@Cadets.org and we are happy to help. Please give whatever you can, and help ensure that in 2034, we will be celebrating the 100th anniversary of The Cadets. Our community performance is June 24th at the Erie Sports Center. There will be food trucks, put put, multiple performing groups, go carts and of course the unveiling of our 2023 Cadets. Please donate and come support our send off performance. We had 2000 spectators last year, and expect more this year. It will be...dare I say...electric! https://cadets.org/mgday FHNSAB, Chris Ryan-Lawrence Alumnus, Board of Directors/Secretary