Terry Scuoler CBE, Chief Executive of EEF, the manufacturers’
organisation has been appointed as Chair of the Institute of
Export and International Trade.
Mr Scuoler, who is standing down as Chief Executive of EEF at the
end of November, takes up his position with immediate effect.
The Institute of Export & International Trade's mission is to
enhance the export performance of the United Kingdom by setting
and maintaining professional standards in international trade
management and export practice. This is principally achieved by
the provision of education, training and practical business
support services to companies of all sizes.
His appointment comes at a crucial time with the UK’s impending
exit from the European Union and the need to expand its presence
in fast growing emerging markets. As the global economy is
enjoying a synchronised upswing in trade Mr Scuoler’s role will
be crucial in helping exports enter new markets.
Mr Scuoler has wide experience of international markets through
previous positions with BAe Systems and Ferranti Technologies and
was also Chair of CEEMET, the European Manufacturers’ Body for
three years from July 2014.
Commenting, Lesley Bachelor, Director General of the Institute of
Export, said:
“We are delighted to have secured someone with Terry’s undoubted
political and commercial expertise in overseas markets to help
drive our strategy forward. The need to grow our exports is right
at the top of the political agenda and Terry will bring a wealth
of expertise from working with Government in London and Brussels
during his period with EEF.”
Commenting, Terry Scuoler, said:
“Exporting is the lifeblood of UK manufacturing and vital to our
economic growth. There has never been a more important time to
drive our performance in growing global markets and I am
delighted to take up this position at such a crucial period.
“I have been fortunate to spend considerable time in overseas
markets, working closely with European partners in particular,
and I look forward to helping Lesley Bachelor and the Institute
help drive export growth.”
