Tony Baird
board position
Vice President - Administration
Bio
Making his way to Spokane via Fairchild (Air Force brat), Tony graduated from Cheney High School and then Eastern Washington University with a B.S. in Business Marketing. From there, he began a marketing career at KXLY Radio, working with hundreds of businesses and writing 1000+ radio ads over a 7-year stint.
He then took a Marketing Director role for a home services company which led to the creation of his Ad Agency, The Woodshop. Tony now has 17+ years of marketing experience, including 8 years running his own company.
Tony is a goalie hockey dad and learned quite quickly how involved the sport can be. And with no hockey background, he is excited to have found a way to support his son and the organization by contributing to this position.
Tony's previous volunteer experience includes several years with the Spokane South Rotary Club where he managed an annual golf tournament and became a Paul Harris fellow.
Tony is married (to Jessica) with 2 boys, August and Ian. Outside of hanging at the rink, the family loves to spend time at the lake.
Board Position Description
The Vice President Administration will provide oversight and direction for activities and staffing related to the ongoing administration of the Association. Such responsibilities shall include aligning the strategic goals of the Board with the day-to-day operations of the SAYHA Business Manager. Additionally, this position will work with the Eagles Operations Board of Directors (or will be SAYHA’s representative to that Board) to ensure that SAYHA’s requirements are being met from a facilities perspective. The Vice President - Administration shall
... in the absence of the President, or in the event of the President’s disability, perform all of the duties of the President.
… succeed to the office of President in the event of a vacancy in that office.
… be the presiding officer in the absence of the President.
The Vice President - Administration may also sit on certain committees to ensure the Board’s directives and committee’s desires align with the strategic direction of the Association.
Board Term
3 years; 2024-2027