By Iain Gilbert
Date: Thursday 07 Feb 2019
LONDON (ShareCast) - (Sharecast News) - Professional services outfit FDM Group has elevated non-executive director David Lister to the role of chairman from early next month.
Lister, who joined FDM back in March 2016, will take over from long-time non-executive chairman Ivan Martin when he stands down from the group on 5 March.
He will also succeed Martin as chairman of the FTSE 250 constituent's nomination committee.
Before joining FDM two years ago, Lister spent more than 39 years in technology and operations roles across multiple industries for international businesses such as Diageo, GlaxoSmithKline, Boots, Reuters, Royal Bank of Scotland and National Grid.
Chief executive Rod Flavell said: "David Lister has already made a significant contribution to the work of the board as a non-executive director and I look forward to working with him more closely as we continue to create and inspire exciting careers that shape our digital future."
"I thank Ivan personally and on behalf of the board for his wisdom, commitment and leadership during his 12 years on the board."
As of 0900 GMT, FDM shares were 0.50% weaker at 796p.