BUSINESS REPORT


BCC DIRECTOR GENERAL TO STEP DOWN IN 2021


The Board of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has announced that director general Dr Adam Marshall (pictured) will leave the organisation in spring 2021. Marshall has been director general for five


years, and has been part of the leadership team of the BCC for almost 12 years. He leaves the organisation with an enhanced profile and impact, a stable financial position, strong governance and a record number of female leaders amongst both its non- executive and executive leadership. Working closely


with the board, Dr Marshall will remain at the helm over the coming months and will ensure a smooth and effective transition with his successor. He


He said: “Chamber business communities


represent the best of British business. It has been an honour and a privilege to serve this civic- minded, passionate, and purposeful network for nearly 12 years. “I feel the time is right to hand over to a great


‘BUSINESS


COMMUNITIES REPRESENT THE BEST OF BRITISH BUSINESS’


will leave the organisation with the respect and gratitude of


the board, staff, Chambers and members across the UK and worldwide. Dr Marshall has not yet announced his future plans.


successor who will continue the fight for our business communities during the period of renewal ahead.” BCC chair Sarah Howard MBE said: “I know I speak for so many Chamber members, both here in the UK and across the world, when I say that Adam will be missed. He took over at a time of great uncertainty but has led BCC confidently to its strongest position in years. Chambers have never been more relevant or more necessary than they are


today.” BCC president Baroness Ruby


McGregor-Smith CBE said: “Adam’s commitment to UK businesses,


communities and diversity is one of many


reasons I was excited to become president of BCC this year. He has dedicated great energy and passion to the organisation and leaves the BCC and the Chamber Network in a stronger position at this critical moment for our businesses and for our country.”


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