Essex County Cricket Club can now confirm the results of the recent Club Board and Members’ Committee elections.
The three members elected to the Club Board in alphabetical order are; Jason Gallian, Jamas Hodivala KC, and Daren Mootoo.
Essex County Cricket Club would like to place on record its thanks to Piyush Somaiya for his contribution to the board over the last 3 years after not securing a second term.
Following the Annual General Meeting held at the Ambassador Cruise Line Ground on Monday 20 July, Jason Gallian informed the Board that he would be standing down as Chair, but would continue his role on the Board and in his role as Chair of Cricket. A message to members from Jason is below.
The Vice Chair and Treasurer will continue in post until the next full board meeting when in accordance with usual practice following an AGM, the Board will consider the appointment of a Chair, Vice Chair and Treasurer for the upcoming year.
The Board would like to put on record its thanks to Jason for his time as Chair of Essex County Cricket Club.
The Club also held elections for a vacant position on the Members’ Committee. The member elected to the Members’ Committee is Michael Curtis.
Essex County Cricket Club would also like to place on record its thanks to Alan Yetts for serving a term on the Members' Committee.
The elections were administered independently by Corporate Mailing Solutions.
For details relating to the 2026 AGM which covers the financial year ending 31 December 2025, please visit www.essexcricket.org.uk/governance
Dear Essex Members,
I am writing to share an important update regarding the leadership of Essex County Cricket Club.
After careful consideration, I have made the decision to step down as Chair of the Board.
This has not been an easy decision, but I believe it is the right one for the Club. My greatest strength, passion and commitment has always been cricket itself, and I believe I can make the greatest contribution by focusing my time and energy on supporting our cricket programme and most importantly, the welfare and development of our players.
Essex County Cricket Club has a proud history and an exciting future. Our players, coaches, staff, volunteers and members all share a common goal—to see Essex succeed on and off the field. By stepping aside from the Chair’s role, I hope to ensure that the Club has the leadership structure best placed to meet the challenges ahead while allowing me to concentrate on the areas where I believe I can add the most value.
I want to thank my fellow Board members, our staff, and all those who give so much to this Club. It has been a privilege to serve as Chair, and I will remain on the Board and fully committed to Essex and its continued success.
Our members are the heart of this Club, and your views matter. I believe strong clubs are built on openness, respect and listening. I welcome your feedback, ideas and constructive suggestions as we continue to strengthen Essex County Cricket Club for future generations.
Thank you for your continued support, loyalty and passion for Essex. Together, we will continue to build a Club that our members, players and community can be proud of.
Yours sincerely,
Jason Gallian
Former Chair & Current Board Member
Essex County Cricket Club
