OAFCBilly Posted January 1, 2020 Share Posted January 1, 2020 18 minutes ago, simplythemostimportantkick said: Can I ask, are you a lifelong fan Billy or did you start to work for the club and develop a love for the club ? Just interested. Won’t think any less of you (unless you’re a red ) Hope you are enjoying your new job btw. Wasn’t that much into football until 2010 which was my first season properly supporting Latics, before that I’d been to the odd game here and there but I was a geeky child that preferred the likes of Star Wars and Harry Potter! First game I actually properly remember was against Bolton pre season when Tom Eaves scored a hat trick against them and then they signed him from us the next day! Since then I’ve been a proper Latics fan, my Stepdad has been a fan all of his life so I went with him and some friends, only a few years whilst I was at University I didn’t have a Season Ticket. Only been a fan a decade but that 3-0 win against Bolton was when I properly fell in love with Latics and Football in general. New job is great albeit very demanding, learning so much though! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wiseowl Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 (edited) 10 hours ago, OAFCBilly said: Billy - I think a lot of fans appreciate your candid tweets (or whatever they were lol - I`m not on any social media). Just a few words of advice - be very careful what you write - if certain people are as poisonous as many claim, then it would not surprise me if one/all of them "went for the jugular" (of someone) via the courts around alleged defamation once they thought they had sufficient evidence. Edited January 2, 2020 by wiseowl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave_Og Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 6 minutes ago, wiseowl said: I`m not on any social media). Yes you are, you're here... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yarddog73 Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 3 minutes ago, wiseowl said: Billy - I think a lot of fans appreciate your candid tweets (or whatever they were lol - I`m not on any social media). Just a few words of advice - be very careful what you write - if certain people are as poisonous as many claim, then it would not surprise me if one/all of them "went for the jugular" (of someone) via the courts around alleged defamation once they thought they had sufficient evidence. Evidence of what? The man has lived it, knows intrinsically what goes on at the club, okay he may of signed an NDA but you could argue that that just reaffirms what many of us have been saying, it's a shitshow that needs sorting - nothing more nothing less. Lets not forget in all this Abdallah as had plenty of opportunity to reconnect but he has chosen not to, he surrounds himself with sycophants and hangers on and seeks advice from 'fans' who the majority view as morons, he is so out of touch it is frightening, he allows his brother to dictate transfer policy when he is clearly out of his depth, assembling the worst team (by a country mile) I've seen us put out in over thirty years as a supporter, he brought Barry back into the fold who let's face it is the hated and disliked man by 90% of the fanbase a man with the charm of a cactus and an arrogant prick to boot, these aren't the actions of a man who wants to engage, if he fired off Mo and Barry today he may get some fans back on side but that isnt going to happen so unfortunately we are heading to a point of no return, what a really sad situation he's created but he will have nobody to blame but himself. 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oafc1955 Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 I think the point of no return has been passed already!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wiseowl Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 1 hour ago, yarddog73 said: Evidence of what? yarddog - I am on your side - I would just hate to see a decent genuine fan (any one of many) made an example of in the courts for writing something which might be classed as defamation. It's a minefield and I`ve witnessed such a legal action before. It really can ruin someone's life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wiseowl Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 1 hour ago, Dave_Og said: Yes you are, you're here... Lol - shows how much I know about "social media" and IT terms generally - I meant Facebook, Twatter etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OAFCBilly Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 2 hours ago, wiseowl said: Billy - I think a lot of fans appreciate your candid tweets (or whatever they were lol - I`m not on any social media). Just a few words of advice - be very careful what you write - if certain people are as poisonous as many claim, then it would not surprise me if one/all of them "went for the jugular" (of someone) via the courts around alleged defamation once they thought they had sufficient evidence. I appreciate the concern although I’ve spoken to the right people and I think I’m covered. They’ve gone at previous staff members for similar and got nowhere, plus if they did do something it would just add weight to my comments if three supposedly experienced professionals are more bothered about a 23 year olds tweets than they are the league position etc. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post OAFCBilly Posted January 2, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted January 2, 2020 1 hour ago, wiseowl said: yarddog - I am on your side - I would just hate to see a decent genuine fan (any one of many) made an example of in the courts for writing something which might be classed as defamation. It's a minefield and I`ve witnessed such a legal action before. It really can ruin someone's life. Spoken to United and they’ve advised I’m fine, spoken to some people with a lot of Media experience and they’ve said I’m fine also. Went through my social media code of conduct with a fine tooth comb and I feel at ease after reading that also. I didn’t disclose anything confidential, I wasn’t libellous or scandalous. Everything I said was opinion so I don’t think it can be classed as defamation... although I’m no legal expert. If they want to do something they can be my guest and we’ll see what happens however given the things I know, have seen and heard which others can corroborate, as well as Abdallah’s record when it comes to any kind of legal proceedings, I don’t think they’ll have a leg to stand on. Also there’s a massive weight of my shoulder and I feel a lot better having said my piece... 25 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oafc1955 Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 It’s a shame other employees haven’t spoken out...I take it you didn’t sign a NDA? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OAFCBilly Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 7 minutes ago, oafc1955 said: It’s a shame other employees haven’t spoken out...I take it you didn’t sign a NDA? I never had an NDA put in front of me so no I didn’t. Plus even if I had, my comments aren’t disclosing anything confidential. Some staff aren’t fans of Latics so would rather just stay out of it and remain professional as they work for other clubs also and publicly, I do also hence why I made sure I could put out what I’ve said by checking internally and with the right people externally. I respect and understand why previous staff prefer not to speak out, especially the footballers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnG123 Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 Good Luck Billy in your new role...…….. Many thanks for the assistance you gave me last season. As I have said before people don't leave their jobs they leave their Boss...…………………………. Hopefully you will be back one day at least has a supporter...…. As you know things for me and the business changed with the passing of my good Friend Gordy.. miss him loads ………….. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaticMark Posted January 9, 2020 Share Posted January 9, 2020 Anyone know anything about Michael Beech, the club's new Football Secretary? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave_Og Posted January 9, 2020 Share Posted January 9, 2020 (edited) 2 minutes ago, LaticMark said: Anyone know anything about Michael Beech, the club's new Football Secretary? ex assistant club sec at Barnsley https://uk.linkedin.com/in/bfcmichael Edited January 9, 2020 by Dave_Og 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevie_J Posted January 10, 2020 Share Posted January 10, 2020 I suspect it’s been posted elsewhere and I’ve missed it but Companies House shows the appointment of a new director which the club doesn’t appear to have announced - again, I may have missed it, as I’m not really keeping abreast of things. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kowenicki Posted January 10, 2020 Share Posted January 10, 2020 7 minutes ago, Stevie_J said: I suspect it’s been posted elsewhere and I’ve missed it but Companies House shows the appointment of a new director which the club doesn’t appear to have announced - again, I may have missed it, as I’m not really keeping abreast of things. Seems to run a management consultancy business. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jorvik_latic Posted January 11, 2020 Share Posted January 11, 2020 47 minutes ago, kowenicki said: Seems to run a management consultancy business. I would imagine that he’s a management consultant and the company is set up to invoice who he works for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobOAFC Posted January 11, 2020 Share Posted January 11, 2020 Is this Richard Bowden? Isn't he the one appointed as a NED as a fan representative that was advertised earlier this year? I'm sure he was announced over the summer? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jorvik_latic Posted January 11, 2020 Share Posted January 11, 2020 (edited) 19 minutes ago, RobOAFC said: Is this Richard Bowden? Isn't he the one appointed as a NED as a fan representative that was advertised earlier this year? I'm sure he was announced over the summer? Yeah, pretty sure you’re correct. It’s just that the club have caught up with Companies House updates. Edit - yep. https://www.oldhamathletic.co.uk/news/2019/june/12062019-new-board-appointment/ Edited January 11, 2020 by jorvik_latic 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oafc1955 Posted February 28, 2020 Share Posted February 28, 2020 Here we go again.... From Mike Keegan No comment from club but I believe Oldham’s staff have been told wages may be more than a week late. Were due today. #oafc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
singe Posted April 23, 2020 Author Share Posted April 23, 2020 Potential changes on the way. Full staff as I haven't posted in some time. Club Officials Owner: Abdallah Lemsagam Sporting Director: Mohamed Lemsagam Directors: Abdallah Lemsagam, Mohamed Lemsagam, Barry Owen, Adam Morallee, Darren Ratcliffe (Trust Oldham) & Richard Bowden. Managing Director: Natalie Atkinson Football Secretary: Michael Beech Safety Officer: Steve Clarke Honorary Medical Officers: Dr Rob Beardsell & Dr Jim Weems Club Chaplain: Rev John Simmons Supporter Liaison Officer: Mark Lund Disability Liaison Officer: John Trotter Inclusion Supporter Liaison Officer: Natalie Atkinson Professional Staff Head Coach: Dino Maamria Assistant: John Dreyer Goalkeeping Coach: Ali Uzunhasanoglu Head Physiotherapist: Stuart Irwin Head of Fitness & Strength and Conditioning Coach: Callum Jackson Sports Scientist & Performance Analyst: Neil Skidmore Kit Manager: Dean Pickering Snr Club Chef: Antoine Mano Academy Staff Head of Academy: Paul Murray Youth Team Manager: Danny Cadamarteri Head of Coaching: Conor Marlin Youth Development Phase Coach: Craig Large Foundation Development Phase Coach: David Hankey Strength & Conditioning Coach: Callum Jackson Physiotherapist: Harry McNeilly Head of Education: Phil Arbelo-Dolan Head of Recruitment: Paul Ogden Academy Administrator: Graham Yates Media Head of Media & Communications: Michael Brown Matchday Press Officer: Roy Butterworth Club Photographer: Eddie Garvey Design: Josh Coleman Videography: Store 57 Productions Football Operations Office Manager: Sue Bowskill Finance Director: Shahed Alam Business Development Manager: Jamie Stoddart Supporter Services Manager: Gina Buckley Please contact Jamie and Gina regarding matchday hospitality packages. Ground Staff Head of Operations (Grounds): Paul Flynn Grounds Assistants: Warren Caine & Daniel Doherty Apprentice Grounds Assistant: Dean Pickering Jnr Head of Maintenence: Jason Pheasey Cleaning Operatives: Andrew Ingham, Cecilia Taylor, Julie Hilton & Chris Rimmer Laundry: Rose Stewart & Karen Linton Oldham Athletic Community Trust (OACT) Community Manager: Martin Vose Operations & Safeguarding Manager: Wendy Noble Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
singe Posted May 14, 2020 Author Share Posted May 14, 2020 Ex safeguarding officer wins £10k+ in unfair dismissal claim. https://www.theoldhamtimes.co.uk/news/18448268.ex-oldham-athletic-youth-coach-wins-10k-club-payout-sacking/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laticsrblue Posted May 14, 2020 Share Posted May 14, 2020 3 hours ago, singe said: Ex safeguarding officer wins £10k+ in unfair dismissal claim. https://www.theoldhamtimes.co.uk/news/18448268.ex-oldham-athletic-youth-coach-wins-10k-club-payout-sacking/ What's Paul Murray up to! Or most likely doing his best on a shoe string. "the Football League had audited the academy and awarded it a ‘poor’ rating " Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
singe Posted May 14, 2020 Author Share Posted May 14, 2020 10 hours ago, laticsrblue said: What's Paul Murray up to! Or most likely doing his best on a shoe string. "the Football League had audited the academy and awarded it a ‘poor’ rating " Muzza was appointed 6 months after the inspection and MH left. I suspect the Safeguarding was the issue not the whole Academy. Richard Cooper wasn't Chief Executive either r only Club Secretary. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oafcmetty Posted June 17, 2020 Share Posted June 17, 2020 https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/53084965 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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