Paul Drechsler nominated CBI president-designate

Posted on 17 Jun 2015 by Jonny Williamson

The CBI has announced today that Paul Drechsler, chairman of diversified international firm Bibby Group, has been nominated to succeed Sir Mike Rake as president of the UK’s leading business group.

CBI members will be asked to endorse Drechsler’s appointment as president at the annual general meeting on July 13. It follows his nomination by the Chairmen’s Committee in a process led by Sir Mike Rake. The CBI president plays a leading role in the organisation’s advocacy work, meeting with ministers and senior civil servants, promoting…

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