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10 December 2015
Michael Page International plc: Board Changes
Further to the announcement made on 13 October 2015, Michael Page International plc ("PageGroup") is pleased to announce the appointment of David Lowden as Chairman of PageGroup with effect from 31 December 2015. David succeeds Robin Buchanan who retires from the Board on the same date. David will also be appointed Chairman of the Nomination Committee with effect from 31 December 2015 but will cease to be Chairman of and a member of the Remuneration Committee. He will also cease to be a member of the Audit Committee, all with effect from 31 December 2015.
Danuta Gray will be appointed Chairman of the Remuneration Committee with effect from 31 December 2015.
David Lowden said:
"On behalf of the Board of PageGroup, I would like to thank Robin Buchanan for his contribution as Chairman, and wish him every success in the future."
Steve Ingham said:
"I am delighted with David's appointment having worked with him over the last three years. David's depth of international experience with people led public companies, is hugely valuable. His style and personality is a great fit with the culture of Page. I look forward to working with him as Chairman."
The Nomination Committee led by Ruby McGregor-Smith, Senior Independent Director, oversaw the search assisted by The Zygos Partnership, before making a unanimous recommendation to the Board.
The information required to be disclosed under section 430(2B) of the Companies Act 2006 for Robin Buchanan will be available on the Company's website in due course.
ENDS
Contacts
FTI Consulting Richard Mountain - 020 3727 1340
Notes to Editors
About David Lowden
David Lowden was appointed a Non-Executive Director of PageGroup and Chairman of the Remuneration Committee on 22 August 2012. David has extensive experience in both general and financial management, having operated within international businesses with cultural diversity. David was formerly CEO of TNS plc and prior to that held senior financial roles in a number of other companies. He has a strong strategic understanding and a proven ability for delivering shareholder value. David is also the Senior Independent Director and Chairman of the Remuneration Committee of Berensden plc; and a Non-Executive Director and Chairman of the Audit Committee of William Hill plc.
About Danuta Gray
Danuta Gray was appointed a Non-Executive Director of PageGroup on 10 December 2013. Danuta has extensive executive and non-executive director experience in several sectors. She has a proven ability for delivering shareholder value, a strong strategic understanding and a track record of leading and changing large businesses. Danuta is also a Non-Executive Director and Chairman of the Remuneration Committee of Old Mutual plc; Non-Executive Director of Paddy Power plc; Non-Executive Director and Senior Independent Director of Aldermore Bank PLC; and a Member of the Defence Board, UK Ministry of Defence.