Jose Manuel Leandro
Male
1 December 1958
Portuguese
Portugal
Portuguese
English (fluent)
French (fluent)
Spanish (fluent)

Goals:

As an Ambassador for the Ethics in Sport, nominated by the Portuguese government, my main goal is to create an Ethical Code for all who are involved in our sport.

It is also absolutely necessary to have an independent Disciplinary Committee and we must clarify the role of MNAs in the presence of international promoters, so that ISAF Events can't be appointed without prior confirmation from the MNA.

Council's role must definitely be much different. The committees must be reduced to the minimum necessary, in order to make ISAF's technical decisions more effective and more responsible. The role of International Classes must be orientated to strengthen our sport and not to support lobbyist influence.

The structures of our sport have been supported mainly on volunteers. In these increasing demanding times, we must protect and incorporate this valuable asset, in a strong and professional ISAF.

Sailing Career

Sailing Administration

National Race Officer
National Judge
Sailing Coach Course - 1992
Clubs Management Course

President - Portuguese Sailing Federation - since 2009

President - Portuguese One Design Class Association (JOD 35) - 2000/02

Executive Board Member - Portuguese Sailing Federation-1994/96 & 2001/2002

Member - Nautical Clubs Associations National Council - 1994/96 & 98/2000

President - South of Portugal Sailing Association - 1994/96 & 98/2000

Other Sports Administration

Roles Within ISAF

Alternate of Group E at ISAF Council

Portuguese Delegate for ISAF'S General Assembly

Other Information

Company Owner
Vice-President - Portuguese Nautical Industry and Commerce Association - 2001/03

President of General Assembly - Portuguese Nautical Industry and Commerce Association - 2003/2005

Member of the Portuguese Government Nautical Council - 2000/02

Nominating MNAs