Council Welcomes New Chief Executive
Published on:
23
February 2009
Angela Leitch has been appointed Chief Executive to succeed Dave Jones, who retires on 27th February 2009.
Angela joins Clackmannanshire Council from City of Edinburgh Council where she was Head of Service with a remit which includes performance, community safety and engagement.
Council Leader Janet Cadenhead said: "The Appointment Committee were delighted to be able to select Angela from a extremely strong field of candidates, following an extensive, nationwide advertisement and recruitment programme. She brings a wealth of experience which will help us to take forward our priorities."
Prior to working at Edinburgh City Council, Angela was with West Lothian Council where, as Head of Business Change and later Head of Corporate Support Services, she was central to developing and delivering customer service, people, and performance strategies across the Council.
Angela said: "I am delighted to have been appointed Chief Executive of Clackmannanshire Council and am very much looking forward to working with members, colleagues and partners to drive forward the change and continuous improvement of services for our community which lies at the heart of all we do."
Married with two children, Angela's hobbies include running and listening to music.
Paying tribute to retiring Chief Executive David Jones, Councillor Cadenhead said: "Dave has done a tremendous job for the people of Clackmannanshire. His loyalty and commitment to Clackmannanshire has been unstinting. Dave's affection and devotion to the county has made him an adopted son who'll be sadly missed by every at Clackmannanshire Council. I'd like to take this opportunity to wish him and Joyce best wishes for a happy retirement."
