For the attention of: | News Desks | No of pages: | 02 |
Date: | 03 September 2020 | Ref: | NR29-20 |
Chief Executive - Ian Todd announces departure from the SIA
As a result of significant changes in personal circumstances, SIA Chief Executive Ian Todd has today announced his decision to leave the role on 16 October 2020.
Speaking about his departure Ian said:
"It has been an honour and a privilege to lead the SIA over the past 18 months and I am proud of what we have achieved together, particularly rising to the challenges of Covid-19. Whilst I am disappointed that I will not see our Corporate Plan through to completion, I remain positive that the foundations are strong and that I will be able to look back, in future, and see an even stronger organisation as a result. I would like to thank the Authority members and all staff for making my time at the SIA such a positive experience."
Elizabeth France CBE, Chair of the SIA said:
"We are sorry that, for personal reasons, Ian has decided not to continue as our Chief Executive. He is an excellent Chief Executive and has played an important part in the development of the SIA, leading it through a challenging period. We are keen to see the plans he has put in place delivered and shall immediately appoint one of our Directors as acting Chief Executive to ensure that no momentum is lost while we conduct a formal recruitment process." - Ends -
Notes to editors:
Please find thenews release announcing Ian Todd's appointment.
Ian Todd joined the SIA on 25 February 2019.
Further information:
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