BSIA announces the appointment of a new chief executive
Thursday, 17 Jul 2008 15:48
At its Annual Luncheon, the BSIA revealed the identity of the Association’s next Chief Executive. John Bates, who is currently Director of Corporate Communications at GSL Ltd, will succeed David Dickinson who retires at the end of 2008.
The Chairman of the selection panel, Adam Wiseberg, said: “We had a wide-ranging and very talented pool of candidates from which to make our choice and we conducted a searching and extensive process, advised by a specialist executive search consultant. I am delighted to say that the Council has confirmed the appointment of John Bates as Chief Executive.”
The newly elected Chairman of the Association, Stuart Lowden, commented: “John Bates’ twenty plus years of industry experience, and in particular, his skills and reputation as a communicator, give me every reason to be confident that the future of the BSIA is safe in his hands. I welcome the appointment and look forward to working with him in the coming years."
John Bates expressed great pleasure at being selected and said: "I am delighted to have the opportunity to lead the team at the BSIA. I look forward to working with the Chairman and listening to the views of all those with an interest in seeing the BSIA go from strength to strength. Together, I'm confident we can build on the achievements of David Dickinson and deliver support in equal measure to all BSIA members"
It is expected that John Bates will join the BSIA some time in the autumn for a handover period from David Dickinson, before assuming full responsibility on 1st January 2009.
Editor’s Notes
The British Security Industry Association is the trade association covering all aspects of the professional security industry in the UK. Its 570 members provide over 70% of UK security products and services and adhere to strict quality standards.
John Bates will be available for interviews during week commencing 21st July 2008
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