Karl James Elected President of Antigua & Barbuda Marine Association
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Karl James – New ABSA President
The vote was unanimous! Karl James, a two-time Olympian in the Laser Class who started sailing in Antigua at the age of 12, is the new President of the Antigua and Barbuda Sailing Association (ABSA). James was elected at the group’s General Meeting in January. He assumes the role from Geoffrey Pidduck, founder of the organization 30-plus years ago, who leaves behind big shoes to fill. James is certainly equal to the task having recently been awarded an MBE by Great Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II for his contribution over 35 years to yachting in Antigua & Barbuda.
Renowned Antiguan sailor Karl James elected president of national association
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At the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Antigua and Barbuda Sailing Association (ABSA) last month, the members unanimously elected
Karl James OLY MBE as the new president.
In a milestone moment for the association,
Geoffrey Pidduck, founder of the organisation over 30 years ago, informed the members of his intention to stand down. The obvious choice to take on the role was Antiguan sailor Karl James who was recently awarded an MBE by Queen Elizabeth II for his contribution over 35 years to yachting in Antigua and Barbuda.