Dr. Emmanuel Topie
President
Prof. Sylvie Chastant
Past President
Dr. Jan Govaere
Vice-President/Treasurer
Dr. Emmet Kelly
Secretary
Dr. Marijke Beltman
Dr. Kathrine Thejll Kirchhoff
Dr. Denis Necchi
Dr. Giovanna Bassu
Dr. Tiberiu Constantin
What is the Board of the College?
The Board of the College is the executive body of the European College of Animal Reproduction (ECAR). It is responsible for managing the College's operations, policy-making, and overseeing various official matters.
Who is on the Board of the College?
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Total Members: 9
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President
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Vice-President
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Past-President
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Six additional Board Members
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Members are elected by the General Assembly for a term of three years.
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Board members are selected from active Diplomates.
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The Board seeks a balanced representation from:
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Various European countries
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Specialists in farm animals, small animals, equine, and reproductive biotechnologies
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Both academicians and practitioners
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What are the Duties of the Board?
The Board's key responsibilities include:
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Acting on all business and policy matters related to the College.
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Receiving and processing applications for membership and examinations.
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Reviewing and acting on disciplinary matters, including expulsion recommendations.
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Appointing committees, including standing and special ones.
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Selecting the time and place for meetings.
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Determining fees for examinations, registration, and other services.
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Managing the finances and funds of the College.
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Conducting regular meetings, at least once per year, typically during the College’s annual certifying exam.
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Co-opting Diplomates (non-board members) to individual Board meetings as needed.