Nominations are now open for seven vacancies on the Canterbury BID Board.
- Are you an owner / manager / partner or decision maker in your businesses?
- Would you like to be involved in the strategic oversight of Canterbury BID?
If so, we’d love to hear from you! Find out more below.
About Canterbury BID
Canterbury BID is an independent, business-led, not-for-profit initiative voted for by the businesses of Canterbury in July 2014, July 2019 and again in July 2024 for another five-year term. The BID is managed by paid staff and led by a voluntary Board of Directors, representing the businesses and organisations who operate in the city. There are also designated representatives from our city’s large institutions, including higher education, Kent Police, local authorities and observers from residents’ groups.
Our vision is to make Canterbury an award-winning, vibrant and desirable destination and a thriving place for business. Find out more about the Canterbury BID Business Plan (2024-2029) and have a look to see what Canterbury BID has delivered for businesses and the city over the past 10 years.
About the Board
The BID Board is designed to represent the business community in Canterbury, including independent and national retail, the night time economy, hospitality, the charitable / social enterprise sector, the business / professional services sector, plus directors serving in a general capacity. We also run the district-wide tourism website, Visit Canterbury, and the Business Crime Reduction Partnership, including the radio scheme and business support on safe & secure issues.
Eligibility
Any representative of a levy paying business or organisation that is in a decision-making position, agrees to represent the BID in a positive manner and pays its levy in full and on time is eligible to be a Director and serve on the Board. Read the full role description by clicking the blue button below:
Elected Directors
There are fourteen places for elected Directors who represent the businesses and organisations within the BID area. There are currently seven vacancies: one for businesses / professional services and the other six are open to any levy payer, irrespective of sector or size.
How to apply
To apply for a position on the Canterbury BID Board, read the full Role Description above and fill in the Nomination Form in the link below. The form must be signed by you and a seconder who is also a levy-paying business or organisation, and must include a written statement about why you believe you would be a suitable member of the BID Board.
We are strongly encouraging nominees from all backgrounds, as we are keen for the Board to be as diverse as possible.
The Nominations Committee will meet the week of 2 June to review all nominations:
- If seven or fewer eligible nominations are received, then all persons nominated may be appointed as Directors with effect from the next meeting of Directors which will be the AGM on 14 or 15 July.
- In the event we receive more than seven eligible nominations, then an election will be held between 23 June and 4 July.
Key Board dates to bear in mind for future Board Directors:
- AGM – July 2025
- September 2025 Away Day
We look forward to receiving your nominations and, in the meantime, should you have any queries or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact Lisa Carlson, Canterbury BID CEO. You may also wish to speak with some of the other BID Board Directors, and we would be happy to put you in touch.
