The CII has today announced its decision to extend the term of its current president and chair of the board due to the delay of its annual AGM as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. The CII usually makes a new appointment to this role at its annual AGM which was due to take place this summer but has now been postponed to the autumn.
The decision, which the organisation highlighted as “an unprecedented scenario for the organisation during a time of peace,” means that Nick Turner, sales and agency director at NFU Mutual will remain in place as president.
Turner, who was first appointed CII president in 2019, has championed consumer trust as the theme of his tenure and said it is a privilege to carry out his role during such an important and historic moment.
“I see a real opportunity for us all to focus on building a greater level of consumer trust in our profession,” Turner said, “and I will continue to do so for as long as the CII needs my service.”
Meanwhile, CEO of the CII, Sian Fisher recognises that the pandemic is a time of severe global disruption which has brought about financial difficulty for many.
“At this time, trust is perhaps the most significant factor in determining how well we as a profession are able to serve society, both now and during less stressful times,” she said. “I am delighted that Nick Turner will extend his presidency and enable us collectively to continue serving our clients the best that we can.”
