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    Harley to Succeed Ireland

    Just announced that Tom Harley will be our new CEO when Andrew Ireland retires at the end of next year.
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    Who said Andrew Ireland can retire?
    He's been the best thing at this club forever.
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    Can't say I'm a fan of players becoming CEOs. Seems only a few years ago all Harley had to think about was lifting heavy weights in a gym, now runs a multi-purpose dollar business. I would think he'd need a bit more experience really.

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    I mean, just look at Gary pert. Not that we should get pert.

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    Quote Originally Posted by barry View Post
    Can't say I'm a fan of players becoming CEOs. Seems only a few years ago all Harley had to think about was lifting heavy weights in a gym, now runs a multi-purpose dollar business. I would think he'd need a bit more experience really.

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    Bwa ha ha ha ha ha ha.
    Funny.
    Totally agree.
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    Quote Originally Posted by barry View Post
    Can't say I'm a fan of players becoming CEOs. Seems only a few years ago all Harley had to think about was lifting heavy weights in a gym, now runs a multi-purpose dollar business. I would think he'd need a bit more experience really.

    Gary pert?

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    I mean, just look at Gary pert. Not that we should get pert.
    Noting Andrew Ireland played 110 games for Collingwood.

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    I always admired Harley as a Geelong captain and in his role with the Swans. As always a slow well planned succession. It's the Swan's way.

    I think he'll do well.

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    I've always been impressed by Tom Harley. I suspect that his captaincy and behind the scenes influence, was a major contributor to Geelong's three premierships. I also think that he's done an excellent job with player retention. I look forward to him being a highly competent and respected administrator.

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    Tom Harley is a great choice IMHO. He was captain a club that has a similar 'good people' based culture and was a driver in the growth of that culture. He loves

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    Quote Originally Posted by MattW View Post
    Noting Andrew Ireland played 110 games for Collingwood.
    In the 1970's

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    I think Tom Harley is a great choice IMHO. He was captain at a club that has a similar 'good people/no dickheads' based culture and was a driver behind the growth of that culture at Geelong. He loves our club and our culture and he and his family are now firmly based in Sydney. I believe it's a fantastic move! We have a very stable club and this decision should continue the strong and positive growth of the Swans brand and integrity which shines like a beacon amidst the murky dealings and motivations of those that run AFL.......

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    Quote Originally Posted by AnnieH View Post
    Who said Andrew Ireland can retire?
    He's been the best thing at this club forever.
    He's been a HUGE influence on our club and is a large reason why we're the powerhouse club we are today. Loved seeing him in the background in the clubrooms last Saturday night singing along with the players as they belted out the club song.

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