Endorsements

Following Peter Booth as regional chairman in the South West was always going to be a tough act to follow. But Julian has smashed it out the park and dare I say built on successes to grow the region. The South West Regional conference is a show case regional conference. Speak to anyone in the South West and they have nothing but respect for Julian, he is also just a top bloke. Make sure you give him one of your important votes.

As a former MEP for the South West, I know what a large and diverse region it is.  As our Regional Chairman, Julian has worked tirelessly to bring our volunteers together. His work organising campaign support, conferences and online training have resulted in a more cohesive organisation.  We need his skills as a Vice President to make our Party even more effective in the run up to the General Election.

Julian has a strong track record of campaigning and organisation, spanning two different regions. He leads by example, travelling across the south West and beyond to campaign week in, week out. With this grounding in the voluntary party he will be a strong advocate of our interests at the Board.

Julian has worked hard over many years, at every level of the party, to bring people together to focus on the best for the Party above all else. He has shown that he can work with volunteers, professionals and elected representatives to effectively get things done. I have worked with Julian for over 15 years and know he will be a first class Vice President of the National Convention.

Having known and worked with Julian for 24 years, he has outstanding people and organisation skills. He is the best person to take over the VP role.

Julian is a very able, clear-thinking and dedicated SW Regional Chairman. He has very wide and deep knowledge of national and regional Party matters. He chairs meetings superbly, is sharp on the uptake and relates well to people of very diverse backgrounds. I recommend him very strongly. He would be real asset as Conservative Party Vice-President.

If it were not for Julian I would not be in the position I am now as a Deputy Chair. He suggested me when others may not have seen my potential. Julian has the expertise, knowledge and experience to make a significant and positive impact on the role of Vice President. I support him wholeheartedly. Julian can also bring his ability to scrutinise quickly and effectively. The councillors and members of RBCA who have known him for over 20 years have remained his friends and support him for this position because they owe so much to his wise counsel and mentoring.

I have worked alongside Julian for many years and have seen first hand what a great campaigner as well as brilliant organiser and fund raiser he is. Julian has a deep understanding of all aspects of the voluntary party and I have no hesitation in supporting him to be a Vice President where I know he will make a really valuable and vital contribution to our party.

Julian is an active Regional Chairman, regularly bringing issues to myself and other Board Members on behalf of Association Chairs. But what I like most about Julian is he always comes up with constructive ideas to make improvements, is always willing to roll up his sleeves, get stuck in and lead from the front.

I first met Julian in 2015, as Chairman of Reigate, rallying his members to take to the neighbouring target seat of Sutton & Cheam – which we then won. His experience, willingness to work hard and to involve others will make him an asset to the Board.

Julian has been a superb representative of our Party in local government and a champion of our volunteers as a leader at all levels.
Having seen his campaigning passion up close I know he is a fantastic representative of the grassroots able to energise and empathise in equal measure.
As a vice president of our Party I can think of fewer more qualified people to lead our members forward.

Julian has years of experience rooted in the voluntary party. I can think of no one better to represent us on the Board of the Party.

Julian leads from the front on the campaign trail as well as within the party. Julian has campaigned in every election in my patch, in the South West and nationally in the last five years. He has great resilience and brings everyone together. He is an excellent leader who empowers and inspires campaigners, volunteers and party officers.
I am sure that Julian will be a great asset to the National Convention, and an outstanding ambassador of party volunteers on the board.

Julian is an asset to the party. He has a strong track record of bringing winning teams together and increasing our engagement with among our grassroots. He has an inclusive style, which makes him liked by those who work with him. He would make an excellent addition to the Party Board.

I worked closely with Julian when I was chairman of Surrey, the South East and the Party’s Membership Committee, as well as during my four years on the Party Board. Julian always brings energy and fresh ideas. I know him as a hard-working and committed individual, who would make a strong addition to the Board.

Dynamic leader of the region.

Julian has been a great supporter of Bristol and South Gloucestershire Federation.  He has offered his knowledge, expertise and experience of the Party to help us rebuild our internal structures and develop a campaign focused organisation capable of complex and extensive campaigns.

I cannot think of a volunteer more committed to the voluntary party than Julian. He is diligent, intelligent, and humble, and he will certainly make an excellent Vice President of the National Convention.

Julian has been leading the South West for almost 3 years and has done sterling work. He has tried to tread the party line but understands the challenges of Associations and has been an excellent conduit between the centre and the troops on the ground.  He has been fully engaged in campaigning and as an Association Chairman I would endorse his application to be a Vice President.

Julian has provided a great deal of help and support to Associations and members during his term as South West Regional Chairman.

Julian consistently demonstrates the perfect blend of driving to make things happen, in the nicest possible way.  We in the South West have been very lucky to have benefited from his fabulous leadership over the last three years and I know that he will be a great addition to the National Team.

Julian has been and is an excellent leader of the South West region with an energy that is commendable. He has led a team that has been able to support him easily and would support his election to the role of Vice President of the Convention.

In his role as S-W Reg Chair, Julian has worked hard, taken a balanced and reasonable approach to tricky situations, brought in new approaches and been a thoroughly nice person to work with.

Over the last couple of years that I have know Julian, I’ve found him approachable and receptive to picking up and supporting good ideas.

Julian in the main reason I became a Conservative activist. I met him whilst he was campaigning when he was a Councillor and he was not only  able  to convince  me to  vote for him but I also ended up joining the party and became quite active.

An efficient well organised man with vision.

Julian has an understanding of people, and especially the party, not just politics. He understands politics with a small P as much as politics with a large P. This means he can advise in a kindly way, without alienating. Very very experienced guy within the voluntary party- you couldn’t ask for a better VP.

I think I have seen Julian at almost every campaign I’ve been on and where that hadn’t been the case it’s because he’s campaigning elsewhere. The level of work Julian puts in enables him to gain a real understanding of the electorate and shows his dedication to the party.

I am supporting Julian to become Vice President of The National Convention. He has given us great service as the SW Regional Chairman during the last three years. He is an excellent leader and works incredibly hard. He will take these strengths to the next step in his political career so even more of the Conservative family will be able to see the benefits.

Julian has always been approachable and listens to our views and concerns. He acts promptly and communicates with me when I have had issues.

Very kind and helpful. Open and will always help if he can. A star, gets straight to the point.

Julian always has grassroots volunteers front of mind, whether it’s offering his sage advice, lending a hand on the doorstep, or helping out at fundraisers. He is well-liked and well-respected, and will be a great unifying figure as Vice President.

Julian is an outstanding South West Chairman, always at campaign days or fundraisers, and creating a positive attitude within the party. On campaign days he radiates an air of positivity, boosting the morale of our volunteers. We have been lucky to have him and he will be missed. I’m sure he will make an outstanding VP    .

Julian has been the South West region’s ‘super-hero’ as our chairman, he really should wear a cape! Inspiring and effective, constantly cheerful and always approachable. He would be a fantastic VP – his wisdom, knowledge and pragmatism would be a great asset to the national team.

Julian has done a great job of leading and supporting the South West region. His organisational skills and commitment to campaigning across our region has been incredibly valuable. I am sure Julian will continue serving the voluntary party with great passion.

Julian is a dedicated campaigner and leads by example. Always energised, always responsive and ready to roll up his sleeves to any task. Our party will be safer and well served in his hands.

Julian has been a calm and knowledgeable presence throughout his time as chair of the South West. He is kind and always sees everyone else’s good points. He has led the South West though the vesting process and some tough elections.

Julian was my first ‘port of call’ when I joined the Party/my local Association. Julian signposted me and encouraged me to put myself forward for public office and it is thanks to him that I am now representing the area in which I grew up as a County Councillor. Julian routinely offers myself and colleagues sound advice and guidance, based on immense personal experience and he has the optimum demeanour and personality for senior leadership within the Voluntary Party.

When Julian was our DCP in Reigate and Banstead, he always managed to galvanise members into carrying out regular campaigning sessions. Julian has that unique ability to get members to follow his lead!

Julian Ellacott has an impressive record of support for the Constituencies within his vast area. We feel concerned at our potential loss because of his likely elevation but believe the Party will be a much stronger organisation as a result due to his already proven qualities.

When I have previously heard from Julian, I have been astounded by his ability to represent the Party in such a respectable, yet down to earth way. Stereotypes are broken, and I much admire this, it results in the promotion of inclusivity, something I believe is a necessity to boost Party growth.

Julian is a superb speaker and will be an asset in this new role.

Julian has been an exceptional leader within the party regionally and has been the conduit to allow a free flow of information on an astonishingly regular basis, to the party faithful. He has an enviable talent for energising everyone around him. He will make a fantastic VP.

Approachable, sincere and gets the job done.

Julian is a true example of the best in our voluntary party. He works tirelessly for everyone and is an amazing advocate for all our members. Julian has a complete understanding of all levels from branches to national convention, and wherever he has been an officer the area has seen improvement. For him to be an officer of the national convention can only be a positive for all associations, areas and regions. I fully support Julian in becoming a Vice President of the National Conservative Convention, and hope that you do to.

Julian has served at all levels within the Voluntary Party – crucially – both in a battleground region as well as a majority seat region. That breadth of experience and knowledge is so important to have on the Party Board. During my time as Chairman, Julian was without doubt one of the most effective and forward looking Association Chairs. He has all the attributes of being an excellent Vice President.

Julian led the campaign support to Sutton & Cheam from neighbouring Reigate, in the run up to my election victory in 2015.  He is an energetic campaigner and dedicated to the Voluntary Party.  He would be a strong advocate for the interests of members if he was elected to the Board.

Julian is a team builder and campaigner, with both professional staff and the Voluntary Party. His formidable intellect, grasp of detail and personal kindness to all have ensured success in the SW with us working as one team. He would be a great asset to the National Team.

Julian has been an instrumental part in enabling me to organise Young Conservative events, and in turn reach and empower other YCs.

I was a bit nervous to meet The South West Chair, but when I was introduced to Julian, he immediately put me at ease.  I have seen him do the same with the other YCs I have introduced to him since. He always comes across as genuine, and makes sure to have a conversation with me when we see each other at Conferences and campaigns.

Julian has also provided practical help that I could not have done without. Becoming a Young Conservative and building up one’s activity within the Party can be daunting to 25s-and-under. The Party is a ‘real world’ body, and organising events can involve logistics and responsibilities that a young person usually does not grapple with when in education. Julian has provided me with the ways to surmount these challenges. When I wanted to hold online events, but didn’t have access to a Zoom account, he provided one. When I realised I would need to charge for tickets for some in-person events to pay for the room booking, he ensured that I had access to an Eventbrite account and knew how to claim back expenses. Not only this, but he organised a long zoom call with me and explained how to use the platform, answering all my questions. At no point did I feel rushed, and he offered further assistance should I need it. He answers my messages promptly, clearly and kindly.

If Julian doesn’t know the answer to a question I ask him, he refers me to someone who does.

By helping me with the above, Julian has empowered me to reach out to other YCs through events and to build upon the YC community. When helping to organise the Young Conservative Coordinators for the South West Associations, I was also able to tell them truthfully that they are supported and can ask any questions or request any support that they need.

I would highly recommend Julian for the position of Party VP and would consider the Party very fortunate to have him in this role.

Julian is a huge asset to the Conservative Party. His commitment is so broad and deep that it is hard to summarise. He is a role-model activist, endlessly helpful, wise and professional. He leads by example, and at his core wants the very best for our members, our party and our country. We need people like Julian in leadership positions in our party. I will be voting for him and I urge you to do the same.

I met Julian the first time I went out campaigning and he has always been consistent, professional and approachable. His friendly manner inspires the best from everyone who meets him. Julian understands our voluntary party from the ground up and that experience and commitment will deliver results.