Hi, my name is Gina Coltman the new Somerset Membership Development Officer. I have been appointed by the Somerset Contract Bridge Association committee to help drive up membership in affiliated clubs.
You may have met me serving tea and coffee at the County League as I get involved in all sorts of bridge related activities. I am a passionate if not very talented 52 year old bridge player who has been enjoying the challenges of the game for the past 15 years. I have a background in Learning and Development with a degree equivalent qualification in Training and Occupational Learning. I have used these skills to teach bridge, and to run bridge clubs, cruise bridge and bridge holidays. I also helped launch BT's online bridge program Wireplay at the EBU Summer Congress. I have consultancy experience having been a Consultant for both the British Military and BT. I live in Frome, Somerset, with my wonderful husband Frank who likes to play Bridge with me when he doesn't have a better offer.
It is my vision for people living in Somerset to appreciate or learn to play bridge and I am delighted to have been appointed the Somerset County Membership Development Officer to further this. I will have quite some responsibilities. However, I’m sure that with your encouragement, participation and support, no task will be too daunting.
If you would like help to increase the numbers in your club then contact me through my email, scbacdo@mail.com or by phone Home 01373 451833 Mobile 07368584475.