Au revoir and thank you<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Sadly, we\u2019ve had to make hard decisions as part of this process, including a redundancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
We would like to acknowledge Liz Sharkey\u2019s contributions as Project Manager on the management team. We appreciate her past efforts and wish her all the best in her future endeavours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Back to the future<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nThis restructure opens up a realm of opportunities for AMT to reinvest in our core mission and strategic objectives. For starters, we\u2019ll be reaching out to members throughout 2024 for feedback on AMT\u2019s strategic plan which is due for renewal in 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here are some other things we are excited about:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Launching AMT\u2019s rejigged classified research database<\/strong>. This time around, it\u2019s AI enhanced, making massage therapy research more accessible than it\u2019s ever been. This kind of resource is crucial to AMT\u2019s ongoing advocacy with health funds, government bodies and other industry stakeholders. We know many members have found the current classified research database<\/a> format incredibly helpful in their dealings with workers\u2019 compensation bodies and other third-party payers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Holding AMT\u2019s first ever hybrid conference:<\/strong> We\u2019re excited about this but it\u2019s going to be a bit of a scramble because, in our effort to make the event accessible, safe and cost effective for all members, we\u2019re way behind schedule with planning. This innovative new approach to AMT\u2019s traditional conference model will allow delegates to attend either face to face or remotely. Wish us luck as we race to pull it together!<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Renewing our relationship with members:<\/strong> It\u2019s been an epic puzzle trying to figure out how best to reach out to members, with the long shadow of the pandemic changing how everyone interacts long after the crisis phase. Your input and engagement have always been the lifeblood of AMT. We\u2019ll be leaning on your support and participation more than usual as we navigate this new round of changes. We invite you to recommit to our shared vision and contribute your ideas, expertise, and enthusiasm to our collective future.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe future doesn\u2019t always end up looking like we think it will but, you\u2019ve got to admit, an AMT Delorean could really take us places \u2026<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nJamais vu again<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nDo not adjust your television set!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To lead us through this next phase, we have engaged former CEO, Rebecca Barnett, in an interim Executive Officer role. Beck will assist with the ongoing restructure process, including helping to recruit a permanent Executive Officer to lead AMT into that glorious future we remember.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you\u2019re feeling that eerie sense of experiencing something for the first time despite rationally knowing that you have experienced it before, you are not alone! Beck to the future so to speak (cough cough).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Contact us \u2026 no really, do!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nWe understand that change can bring about uncertainty, and we are here to address any questions or concerns you may have. Please feel free to reach out via email<\/a> or phone (02 9211 2441) for further discussion or clarification. Change is challenging and a bit terrifying but it\u2019s also a powerful catalyst for growth and innovation. We\u2019re profoundly grateful to have you with us on this journey, as we continue to set new benchmarks. Thank you for your unwavering support of AMT\u2019s shared mission.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWarmly,<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Kristy Baird, Ian Lim, Dan Wonnocott, Youjung Suh and Thea Dillon. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe future doesn\u2019t always end up looking like we think it will but, you\u2019ve got to admit, an AMT Delorean could really take us places \u2026<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Jamais vu again<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Do not adjust your television set!<\/p>\n\n\n\n To lead us through this next phase, we have engaged former CEO, Rebecca Barnett, in an interim Executive Officer role. Beck will assist with the ongoing restructure process, including helping to recruit a permanent Executive Officer to lead AMT into that glorious future we remember.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you\u2019re feeling that eerie sense of experiencing something for the first time despite rationally knowing that you have experienced it before, you are not alone! Beck to the future so to speak (cough cough).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Contact us \u2026 no really, do!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n We understand that change can bring about uncertainty, and we are here to address any questions or concerns you may have. Please feel free to reach out via email<\/a> or phone (02 9211 2441) for further discussion or clarification. Change is challenging and a bit terrifying but it\u2019s also a powerful catalyst for growth and innovation. We\u2019re profoundly grateful to have you with us on this journey, as we continue to set new benchmarks. Thank you for your unwavering support of AMT\u2019s shared mission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Warmly,<\/p>\n\n\n\n Kristy Baird, Ian Lim, Dan Wonnocott, Youjung Suh and Thea Dillon. <\/p>\n\n\n\n