Published on:
07
September 2011
Elaine McPherson, Head of Strategy and Customer Services at Clackmannanshire Council, has been appointed the new Chief Executive. She will take up her post on 26 September.
Elaine has worked for the Council for 19 years, starting as a Policy Officer and rising to Head of Service, first in the Education service and then at the corporate centre as Head of Strategy & Customer Services.
Elaine has a breadth of experience across many aspects of Council business and played an important role when Clackmannanshire was established as a unitary council in 1996. As Head of Service in Education, she oversaw the implementation of mainstreaming policy for pupils with additional support needs. And, more recently, she has advised the Council on policy matters and led the development of community planning.
Elaine said:
"I am absolutely delighted to have been appointed as Chief Executive. I have been fortunate to be part of the huge positive changes the county has experienced over the past twenty years and I am committed to working with all elected members and our partners to ensure Clacks continues on the up and up. The Council has tremendous staff and I am looking forward to leading them through the exciting, if challenging, times which lie ahead."
In her spare time, Elaine, who is married, enjoys scuba diving and underwater photography.
Media are invited to a photo opportunity at 9am on Friday 9 September, at the top of the High Street in Alloa, where Elaine, outgoing Chief Executive Angela Leitch and Council Leader Sam Ovens will be available.
Council Leader Sam Ovens said, "Elaine was one of eight people shortlisted for the most senior role in the Council and was the strongest candidate throughout the process. We have already been working together closely and her experience in Clackmannanshire will be a huge asset.
"I would like to thank Angela Leitch for her leadership over the last few years and wish her well in her new position."