Chairman's report on 2010/11
As with the previous year, I am happy to record that the 2010 Annual Dinner held at the New Connaught Rooms exceeded expectations, with a total of 171 attendees, the highest ever recorded. Among the highlights was the inauguration of Dave King of BP after receiving Claudette's balls which she returned accompanied by an impromptu monologue. It was noted that the formal part of the dinner should finish in good time in future in order for attendees to have enough time to network (drink!) which is probably the most important reason for their attendance.
The raffle raised £863, all monies being donated to Cancer Research UK.
Finances remain strong with the highest bank holding on record. The stable revenue being received by the Society, even in these more financially challenging times, gives confidence to the Society's decision to fund the hts award. We just need to find a good recipient this year to establish the concept with all potential research establishments.
AGM - 2nd March 2010
Attended by some 6 members who managed to find the new prestigious offices of ESDU kindly lent to the Society for the evening, providing also sustenance to compliment the quality of the ambiance. All current members of the committee offered themselves for re-election and were duly elected.
Presidents Night - Dave King. Using Feedback from Operations to Improve Heat Exchanger Designs
Dave gave a very well thought out presentation with useful information outlining the the view heat exchanger design and operation through the eyes of a purchaser and user.
