Alexandra Csatári has joined the communications team as a junior graphic designer. She studied design at Arts University Bournemouth and has been freelancing since she graduated earlier this summer. She will work closely with EIC's current designer, Riccardo Gualandi.

She said: "I’m thrilled to join the communications team, and I’m excited to take my career to the next level as a designer. I'm looking forward to meeting with the rest of the team and supporting the work of all ACE members."

Darrell Matthews, director of membership and business engagement, last day with EIC was on Friday 17 September. He leaves to pursue a new venture, and EIC thanks him for his contribution over the past two years, while wishing him all the very best for the future. A decision on the future of the role will be made in due course. 

Following his departure, Karis Thain, head of groups and Scotland, will join ACE’s senior leadership team to represent the membership team’s activities for the time being. In addition, Amanda Brown joins on a three month temporary contract to support our finance function.