The industry body for Scottish accountants has appointed the former Dean of Edinburgh Napier University’s Business School as Chief Executive Officer.
Gail Boag, who is at present the Executive Director Learning and Market Development with Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland (ICAS) will take over from Bruce Cartwright, CA. Mr Cartwright has led the industry body since 2018 making a step change in the organisation during that time.
Ms Boag is the first woman appointed to the role in the 172 years since ICAS was established.
Ms Boag said: “I’m deeply honoured to take on the role of CEO at ICAS. The organisation has a distinguished history of upholding the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and public trust. My focus will be on ensuring that ICAS continues to act in the public interest while driving sustainable growth for the organisation, value for its members and relevance for our qualification. Together, we will build on ICAS’s proud legacy and strengthen its impact for the future.”
ICAS President, Karen Scholes CA, said: “After a competitive process, I am pleased to announce that we’ve appointed Gail Boag as ICAS’ new CEO. Gail has already demonstrated her mettle over the last three years as our Executive Director Learning and Market Development, leading and delivering our new world class CA Syllabus. Gail brings with her a wealth of experience and I know that she will lead the organisation with drive and passion. I also want to thank our outgoing CEO Bruce Cartwright, CA for his leadership and commitment to the organisation over the last eight years and both I and my fellow council members wish him all the very best for the future.”
Ms Boag led ICAS’ recent transformation of the CA syllabus. This is designed to keep pace with advances in technology, data and sustainability, and to ensure the quality of the CA qualification is recognised around the world.
