The REC (Recruitment and Employment Confederation) elected six members to its council during its Annual General Meeting.

The four non-executive directors elected today to represent corporate members are:

• Gary Irvine, Managing Director, 4c Executive Search (re-elected)
• Aidan Anglin, Director, DP Connect Ltd
• Kathleen Smith, Business Services Director, Serocor Group  
• Allena Clarke, Operations Manager, Westray Recruitment Consultants

The two non-executive directors elected today to represent Institute of Recruitment Professionals (IRP) members are: 

• Neeti Gupta, Managing Director, BD Consult (re-elected) 
• Mark Edwards, Operations Director, Matchtech

“In 2015 we helped more than 1,500 recruiters gain professional qualifications, we dealt with 42,000 queries via our contact centre, we hosted 39 sector meetings and webinars, and we published a multitude of guides and research designed to help recruiters do what they do best,” REC Chief Executive Kevin Green, said.

“Our council is at the heart of these achievements and sets the strategic direction for our organisation on behalf of the industry,” REC Chair Simon Noakes said. “I’m delighted to welcome our new non-executive directors, all of whom bring the passion and experience needed to help us kick on and deliver even more value for REC members.”