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You may not know me, as I have been studying abroad this year, but I am Maddie, an International History and Politics student going into my final year. I joined the society in my second year at Leeds and have been a committed member ever since. I would love to be your Events Manager as I am well organised and although I should not be trusted in a go-kart, I am extremely passionate about all of the karting (and non-karting) events that the society has to offer, having attended every single different event type!

Despite not being on committee last year, I took the initiative to organise a spectator car for BUKC and Tour de Yorkshire events throughout the year, an idea which has become more official this year with the offering of ticketed spectator cars. This demonstrates my passion for the events, as well as key organisational skills that are required as Events Manager.

I hope to continue adding new ideas to the society next year that ensure the best possible experiences for all members.

My goals for next year as Events Manager:
- ensure events are well-managed and can be attended by as many members as possible
- ensure Women’s Only karting events are run consistently throughout the year
- ensure a highly organised events calendar
- listen to and implement ideas for events from members, such as rallies (attending the Riponian Rally was a highlight for me so ensuring more like this are on offer will be a priority!)

I look forward to being back in Leeds next year, returning properly to the society that changed my university experience for the better, and meeting all of the new members!

I’m Oliver, a first year Civil Engineering student, and I am running for the position of Events Manager on Committee. As a fresher, I decided at the last minute to attend the give-it a-go at Teamsport Leeds, and I believe that it was the best decision I have made during my time at university. Despite my below average karting ability, I have enjoyed the array of events this year’s committee has worked tirelessly to put on. Having spent the last 5 years volunteering through Scouting, I see this as a new opportunity to contribute. With this said, I have a few ideas I would like to see implemented over the next year, if I am to be elected as Events Manager.

Greater membership involvement over track selection for TDY 25-26 – Whilst developing a calendar for the 25-26 TDY championship, alongside the President, I will endeavor to consult with people on what tracks they want to see on the calendar. This will help committee create a calendar that maximizes engagement and enjoyment over the coming years.

Removal of a driver’s two poorest results in TDY rankings – Whilst everyone would like to attend all the TDY events, academic commitments, cost and shear demand for tickets, means that many miss multiple events. Currently, only a driver’s poorest result is removed when the TDY ranking are calculated. This puts drivers who miss multiple TDY events during the year at a points disadvantage. This should allow for a greater number of drivers to race in enough races to have a fair chance at achieving their best result in the championship.

Expansion in the number of Women’s only karting events – The past year has seen a number of successful Women’s Only Events, with GIAG’s and WiM event at Manchester Trafford. These events were well attended and help to promote greater diversity within the society membership. As part of increasing the number of Women’s Only events, I would try to use the Societies links with other Motorsport and racing societies at other Universities to promote inter- university competition. I would also like to introduce a Women’s only outdoor karting event, giving more people the opportunity to Kart outdoors

Increased number of trips to permanent racetracks – The attendance at the Donnington Rally was noticeably higher than at other rallies. The wider range of facilities, availability of seating, and wider range of viewing locations most likely contributed to this. I would like to see further trips to Donnington for the British GT championship, calendar dependent, as well as rallies at Oulton Park and Croft Circuit.

It would be an honour to be selected as Events Manager for the coming year, and to help deliver a comprehensive calendar of engaging events. No matter the result, I will continue to put in poor quality karting performances.

Hi, I’m Grace, a second-year Physics student, and I’ve been a dedicated member of the Motorsport Society for the past two years. This society has given me some of the most incredible experiences, from spectating various BUKC & TDY rounds, attending different Motorsport events such as the Donington rally and competing in karting GIAGs. More importantly, it has introduced me to an amazing community of like-minded people who share a passion for motorsport.

I believe this is the best society at the university, offering a fantastic mix of racing, social, and online events. But at its core, this society is built around a love of karting, and as Events Manager, I’m committed to continuing and expanding TdY, ensuring more opportunities for members to get on track, perhaps introducing a few new circuits. I also want to ensure that people who have never karted before feel comfortable enough to give it a go! Of course, I’d still love to organise more in-person gaming socials, F1 watchalongs, or even a cheeky trip to a Grand Prix!

I originally applied for this role in AGM because it’s one I feel I’d be best for. I have a strong background in event planning, having been Head of House in sixth form, where I organised fundraisers, social events, guest speaker sessions, and even virtual activities during COVID. I am extremely organised and a meticulous planner, and would ensure that every event runs smoothly, from booking venues and arranging travel to making sure everyone has a great time.

If elected, I’d work closely with the committee to deliver the fantastic events that have become the staple of our society like TdY, enduros, GIAG sessions, and women’s-only karting, while also exploring new opportunities. Most importantly, I want to hear from you, what events would you love to see next year?

I’d love the chance to give back to the society that has given me so much, and I’d be honoured to help shape an unforgettable year of motorsport for everyone. Vote for me, and let’s make it happen!