This is a collection of sample exit speeches for affinity group presidents to express your gratitude and reflections at their exit ceremony. We’ve included a variety of examples to help you prepare a warm and heartfelt message to your coworkers as you wrap up your presidency.
President Dong Ho’s positive exit speech
It was a Christmas I had been waiting for, and before the day was out, white flakes fell from the sky and the world seemed magical, as if we were all one molecule in our affinity group. A club that is a beautiful light when we come together.
Now that I’m coming to the end of my presidency, I’d like to hand it over to my juniors. First of all, I’d like to thank all the alumni members and seniors who attended my retirement ceremony. I dare say that the steps that you always take to come to any event and encourage the juniors are a beautiful way of passing on the history of our club. I would also like to express my sincere gratitude to all the members of the club for taking time out of their busy holiday season to attend the meeting.
For me, the past year as president has not been a good one at all, and I’m not sure I was brave enough to take on the reckless challenge of being the president of our affinity group when I’m not even physically strong enough. I’m sorry you guys suffered because of me. But I’ve been lucky to have met some amazing people, so all I can say is that I’m sorry and I’m grateful. It’s because of you that our club has been so strong, and it’s because of you that my departure is so bittersweet. I know that next year, with a new president, our club will be a better and happier club. If I’ve caused you any heartache or upset, please let it go before this year ends and welcome the new year. I’m human and full of mistakes. In fact, I’m a very fallible person. But through it all, you’ve all been so understanding. I guess that’s why I’m so grateful for our little circle of friends who fill in the blanks. I may be leaving my body, but I’m leaving my heart here. I’m healthy, grateful, happy, and I love you all very much. Goodbye.
Farewell speech by an affinity group president whose term is over
Hello everyone, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to all the members who have supported me in my role as president over the past two years. There have been many twists and turns along the way, but thanks to your support, I’ve been able to complete my term successfully.
I had a lot of responsibilities and difficulties every day, but I became what I am today because of you, and I owe everything to you. I remember two years ago when I first became the club president. In my first year, I was so excited and eager that I overlooked the weight of responsibility. I was willing to do anything for the club, and my reckless decisions caused the club to go over budget, but nothing more.
I reflected on much of what I learned in my first year and vowed to be more frugal in the future. Luckily, the members gave me another chance, and they told me that all I needed to bring to the table was my love for the club. I started my second year with a stronger sense of accountability for the responsibilities that I had overlooked in my first year, and I began to love the club more than ever, and to choose the things that would give us the most bang for our buck. We have also made our budget transparent, making our club a cleaner club and a more transparent club than ever before. At the last general meeting, Mr. ○○○ was unanimously elected as the next president. I would like to thank the new president for his willingness to accept the job despite the enormity of the task, and I would like to ask the new president for his support and cooperation. And please take the word “responsibility” that I felt to heart. It is the difference between loving and caring for the club and leading it well.
I’m even more excited to announce that we have a new president who will be leaving but will be in good hands. I would like to wish the new president and our club a prosperous future. Thank you.
Retirement Farewell Speech at the Affinity Group Farewell Party
Hello, everyone. Thank you very much for joining us for this year-end gathering, which is also my farewell to the club. I’m not sure if I’ve disappointed many of you who believed in me and voted for me as president despite my inadequacies to revive the club in the first place. When I first took over as president of the club, I had grand plans. We wanted to create our own space, and this August, we got our own room. As I look back on the past year, I feel a little self-conscious that this is the only thing I promised and kept, but I’m so grateful for the support and encouragement I received from my fellow club members who told me that this was a great accomplishment.
Today is my retirement ceremony and the end of the year. It’s been a year of regret for me, as I think I lost a lot of my initial focus while serving as president for about a year. Now, I’m stepping down, hoping that the new president and secretary will be more active than this year. As I step down as president, there is one last thing I would like to say to the club members. It is the issue of club activity. We have more and more members every year, and we have people who have been active in the past who are leaving for personal reasons. I miss them, and I’m sad to see them go. While I was the chairman, I tried the most for this part, but it was hard because there was no participation from you. I say that the club room was possible because I pushed hard by myself, but the participation part seems to be a separate problem. I think that the club should be a shelter and a playground for the members, not the property of anyone. Someone made the club, but the operation of the club is made by communication to all members. I hope that you will continue to attend club meetings and events frequently to make the club a space for all of us.
As this is my last year-end meeting as president, I regret that I was unable to prepare much for it due to other personal reasons, and I hope that next year’s meeting will be more revitalized. I wish you all a good end to the year. Thank you.
Outgoing President of the Alumni Association
Hello, everyone. I am very happy to have the Hyangwoo Club in May, when everything is alive, and I am very happy to see you all together. Today, Mr. ○○○ came from a thousand miles away from his hometown to be with you, and I would like to express my sincere gratitude for your hard work in protecting your hometown for the sake of the people and the development of the community, and give you a round of applause for attending even though you are busy. And I would like to thank Representative ○○○, who will continue to work for the development and livelihood of our region in the era of local autonomy. I would also like to thank you for your contributions to rural modernization and farm economy, and for your many contributions to local development. I would like to express my sincere gratitude to all of you who have given up your precious time to meet with us.
I think today is a particularly meaningful event for promoting nostalgia. Of course, our nostalgia association is more united and nostalgic than any other nostalgia association in the country. But I think it’s a great opportunity to introduce 2-year-olds to their parents’ hometowns. I would like to see all of you who are struggling in foreign countries, and I would like to share the joy with you and each other. I have been the president of the hometown association for five years with the desire to live with you in a less painful way, but I hope you will forgive me for not contributing much.
Now that my term is coming to an end, I pledge to continue to cooperate with the Alumni Association with all my heart and soul. I hope that today’s event will be a meaningful and rewarding one, as I look forward to further development under the new president. I hope you all have a great time talking about your hometowns and exchanging constructive opinions for the development of your hometowns.
Holiday season greetings
Hello, the end of the year is approaching and the weather is very cold. In such cold weather, it is easy to catch a cold due to the dryness and cold wind. I know that many employees in our company are also suffering from colds these days. At this time of year, it’s important to take care of each other’s health so that we can finish the year safely.
It used to be said that a cold can be cured in seven days if you go to the doctor and take medication, and in a week if you don’t take medication. However, nowadays, it’s not so easy to get rid of a cold, and many people suffer for more than a week. ENT clinics are crowded with cold patients, and you can easily see people coughing and blowing their nose on the street.
This is partly due to the fact that cold viruses are stronger than they used to be, but also because our bodies are losing their immunity. With the changes in society and work, taking care of ourselves can often take a backseat, but when you consider the impact a minor illness like the common cold can have on our lives and work, it’s a reminder of its importance. To stay healthy, it’s important to make sure you don’t skip meals, eat well, wash your hands frequently to protect your immune system, and hopefully get into the habit of exercising or moving your body, even if it’s just for a short period of time, especially in the midst of a busy day.
As I leave, it’s hard not to think about the health and well-being of my teammates, and today, on December 30, 2012, I will be retiring from the company. It is with great emotion that I say goodbye to my colleagues, with whom I have shared the joys and challenges of working together.
In my relationships with people, I’ve always believed that it’s what you leave behind that counts. When you work together, it’s inevitable that at some point you will part ways. It’s been said that people who leave can usually be categorized into three categories. They say that there are people you want to see again, people you don’t want to see again, and people you’re done with. I’d like to take this opportunity to tell you from the bottom of my heart that I don’t want to be one of the people you don’t want to see again.
I know I’m not leaving a huge hole, but I hope that the space and time I’ve created will leave you with some fond memories. I’ve learned and grown so much during my time with you, and the passion and integrity you’ve shown as a team has been inspiring, and I’ve always been proud to work with you.
I’m stepping down, but you’re still here, building a better tomorrow. I wish you all the best in your endeavors, and I sincerely wish our company a brighter future. And even if we don’t cross paths again here, I hope we’ll meet again someday, happier and healthier in our respective places.Thank you.
Season’s Greetings
Dear colleagues! How are you?
The cold winter months are behind us and the new year is upon us. Every January, we usually try to do something we’ve never done before. Whether it’s to learn a new sport, quench our thirst for knowledge by hitting the bookstore after a long absence from the classroom, or to renew ourselves by resolving to go on a diet we’ve never tried before.
It’s always exciting and meaningful to set new goals and make plans to achieve them. But as we all know, the process of trying something new can be more challenging than you think. It can feel like a mountain of work to get started, leaving you wondering “where do I start?” and growing impatient. It’s easy to get overwhelmed and burn out, and it’s not uncommon to give up and say, “I’ll start again another time.
When that happens, take a deep breath and calm down. Everything needs its own pace and process. Prioritize what needs to be done first and what is okay to take slowly, take it one step at a time, and you’ll reach your goals in time. It’s February 2012 and we’re already here. If you had any resolutions in January, I hope you remembered them and made sure to follow through, even if it’s just a little bit. I’m also taking a moment to reflect on the goals I’ve set for myself and making sure I’m following through.
I’m here today to share my January goals, which are actually more of a parting shot than a goal, and to say goodbye to you for the last time today. It’s not easy to say goodbye to a place that has been with us for so long, but it’s a realization that this is my last day on the job.
They say that “time is like water,” and while that used to sound like a passing phrase, now I truly realize what it means. I realize that time doesn’t hold on to anyone, and as we move forward, we also move backward. I hope that you, my juniors and colleagues here, don’t lose sight of the precious things in this passing time.
The years are like a fast-moving train, rushing forward without pausing or stopping for a moment. I have learned and felt many things along the way. The young years I spent here were very precious and valuable to me. I met many colleagues, had a variety of experiences, and accumulated unique memories and seniority. The time we spent relying on each other and encouraging each other has made me the person I am today.
After such a busy and intense life, I’ve come to the point where I’m ready for a break. Of course, they say life starts at 60, but I’m going to slowly let go of some of the burdens I’ve been carrying, at least for now.
I have fond memories of laughing, crying, and sharing the same time with you, and I’m sad that I have to leave. There’s a saying in life that says that if you meet someone, you’re bound to part ways someday. I’d like to thank you all for the time we’ve spent together, and I wish you all the best as we go our separate ways. And I hope that wherever and whenever we meet again, we’ll be able to say hello.
Finally, I’d like to take this opportunity to bow down and thank you all once again. The warm memories you’ve left behind are ones that I will cherish for a long time to come. I wish you all good health, and I wish you even greater progress and success in the future. Thank you.
Outgoing President Mr. Lee Outgoing President
Good evening, everyone.
As I stand here, the memories of our time together flashed through my mind, and my heart is filled with gratitude. The years have flown by, and just as we were looking forward to meeting each other, we are now looking forward to parting ways. Parting always leaves a sense of nostalgia and regret. Just as it is the natural order of nature for leaves to fall in the fall, our parting is probably natural, but it is very complicated to see you leave like this. I don’t know what to do with my heart, as even the simple words ‘goodbye’ don’t come out easily.
I’m also worried that you’ll notice how much we want to hold onto your back. I think back to the first time I met you, ○○ years ago. I can still see you guiding the innocent eyes of your students like a loving father. You cared for each and every one of your students and embraced their possibilities and futures with love. That warm grace has stayed with all of us as a love that is greater than your many teachings. That great love has resonated with us beyond our personal relationships and will remain in our hearts for a long time.
As he guided us, his brow furrowed, sometimes wordlessly, sometimes watching and giving us guidance, his silent devotion and quiet instruction gave us strength. When we fell short, when we lost our way, when we thought we couldn’t do it, you were always there to remind us, and we’ll never forget the way you looked and the heart you showed us.
Even if the sun isn’t shining as brightly as it did today, I’m sure your path is shining as brightly as your heart. We will still be there to cheer you on as you go. Mr. ○○○, you have been the center of our school and a pillar of strength. You were the first person we greeted when we arrived in the morning and the first person students saw when they came to school. I can’t begin to realize how much it meant to us to see you at the beginning and end of the school day.
Now that you’re leaving this school, we don’t know how to fill the void you’ll leave behind. As teachers, we feel a great sense of emptiness and regret, but students will feel even greater longing and sadness. As the saying goes, “I don’t know the place you left, but I know the place you left,” and the place you left was so big and important.
Now it’s time to say goodbye to your departing teacher with a sense of regret and sadness. Before we say goodbye, we plant a willow branch in your heart to show our gratitude. We hope that wherever you go, our connection will take deep roots and grow into a tree again. So, it is with gratitude and joy, rather than regret, that I say “goodbye” to you.
Finally, I would like to take this opportunity to express my sincere gratitude and respect to Mr. ○○○ for his dedication to the school. We are deeply grateful for all your hard work and dedication to the school and the children, and we wish you peace and happiness in the future.
Thank you for all your hard work and dedication.
