Fraternity-Testvériség, 2000 (78. évfolyam, 1-4. szám)
2000-07-01 / 3. szám
FRATERNITY Page 7 The 36th Quadrennial Convention of The Hungarian Reformed Federation of America Our historical 36th Convention took place in Toledo, Ohio on September 24-28, 2000. It was historical for two reasons: first, because we returned to Toledo for the first time since 1915 to pay homage to our founding fathers and to our history - our first Home Office was located in the ethnic Hungarian County of Birmingham in the City of Toledo between 1902 and 1936; second, because the delegates of the 36th Quadrennial Convention voted on a new management structure and new By-Laws which will put the Federation on a new course. I would like to take this opportunity to express my appreciation for the cooperation extended to me at this Convention. I am happy that the majority of the delegates understood the need for change, not just for the sake of change, but to address real concerns about the Federation’s future. The new management structure gives hope, flexibility and momentum to carry the society forward for many years to come. Now the time has come for unity and harmony among our ranks. Let us concentrate on what our forefathers assigned to us - to care for our members, not only as a financial institution but also as a fraternal society. Here is a synopsis of the minutes of this Convention. The new By-Laws will be published in its entirety in the next issue of the Fratemity-Testvériség. George Dózsa, President Synopsis of Minutes 36th Convention of The Hungarian Reformed Federation of America First Day - Monday, September 25, 2000 The Meeting was called to order by President George Dózsa at 8:11 A.M. The opening worship was conducted both in English and Hungarian by the Rev. Imre A. Bertalan. The Convention Secretary, the Rev. Szabolcs Kalman, called the roll. He reported that out of 41 delegates, 39 were present and out of 16 Board members, 15 were present. A total of 54 voting delegates were present. President Dózsa declared that a quorum was present. President Dózsa officially greeted the Convention and gave a short history of our connection to Toledo. The following motion was made, duly seconded and passed: The HRFA should have a new organizational structure as presented in the President’s report to the 36th Quadrennial Convention. A secret ballot was taken resulting in 38 YES and 16 NO, thus the resolution was approved. Director László Hamos moved to accept the full By- Laws as corrected and amended by a show of hands for the records. A vote was taken and by a unanimous vote of 56, the motion was carried. The meeting adjourned at 4:45 P.M. to be reconvened the following day at 8:30 A.M. The Hungarian Reformed Federation of America is currently accepting applications for the following positions: Chief Executive Officer Position available immediately for President/Chief Executive Officer of a national fraternal organization in Washington, D.C. due to corporate reorganization. Must have knowledge and/or experience in life insurance, previous CEO experience or its equivalent, and previous responsibility for operations and financial growth of a company. Fluency in the Hungarian language is preferred. Chief Financial Officer Position available immediately for Secretary-Treasurer/Chief Financial Officer of a national fraternal organization in Washington, D.C. due to corporate reorganization. Experience in life insurance or its equivalent and previous responsibility for investing, accounting, budgeting, and insurance underwriting for a company. Fluency in the Hungarian language is desirable. Underwriting Secretary Position available immediately for Underwriting Secretary. Salary commensurate with experience. Benefits. Send resume by December 1, 2000 to: Priscilla Hunyady, 50 N. Washington Ave., Colonia, NJ 07067-4098.
