Board of Directors
Orlando Rowing Association (ORA) is a 501c3 non-profit corporation registered in the State of Florida to provide financial and logistical support to the Edgewater Crew rowing team. ORA is made up of parents of current team members and is administered by a Board of Directors elected by the membership at the Annual Meeting near the end of the school year.
Joel Carter
Board Member
Committees/Coordinators
While the Board hires personnel, draws up the budget and set policies, ORA Committees and Coordinators carry out the many tasks and support functions necessary to operate the team through the season. Please reach out to the appropriate ORA Committee Chair or Coordinator.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who are Orlando Rowing Association members?
All parents of current rowers on Edgewater Crew are ORA members with voting rights at the Annual Meeting. Edgewater Crew alumni may also join.
- Does the Orlando Rowing Association board run the team, as in deciding who rows on which boats?
No. The Orlando Rowing Association Board hires coaches to run the team and make all athletic decisions. The ORA Board runs the business that supports the team and sets policies for the Coaches to follow.
- What are Orlando Rowing Association committees?
Orlando Rowing Association Committees do the actual work needed to support the team, such as having food for the rowers at regattas, equipment upkeep, recruiting efforts, etc. All Edgewater Crew parents are encouraged to participate on a Committee whose activities interest them and match their skills.
- Who is eligible to serve on the Orlando Rowing Association board?
Any Orlando Rowing Association Member in good standing.