Jeffrey Defries, Chief Executive of CRAC: The Career Development Organisation said: ‘We are delighted with Sir Richard’s appointment. He has unrivalled knowledge of both education and business and will thus bring us hugely valuable expertise and knowledge; exciting times indeed for CRAC.’
Notes to Editors:
- Sir Richard Sykes takes up his appointment following the retirement of Dr Kenneth Edwards as Chair.
- Sir Richard will also take up the post of Chair of the Strategic Health Authority, NHS London, later in 2008.
Sir Richard begins his appointment as Chair at CRAC: The Career Development Organisation's annual reception at Dali Universe, County Hall, London, Tuesday 28 October, 6.30-8.30pm.
CRAC: The Career Development Organisation is an independent, charitable organisation established in 1964. Our core aim is to promote and encourage career development and active career-related learning. CRAC manages a number of high-profile, innovative programmes within education and skills development sector. At our heart lie the twin components of knowledge and innovation and we aspire to be a leading player in both. www.crac.org.uk
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