There’s a new look to the MIPAA Limited Board of Directors for 2012; with two fresh faces and the creation of a new Communications Director post.
The world’s largest network of professional motor industry communicators, MIPAA Limited, has boosted its Board of Directors by adding the post of Communications Director. Chairman, Al Clarke, a communications consultant, is joined on the board by two new faces. Belle Moss, Executive Director at consultancy, Automotive PR becomes Membership Director, with a focus on reaching out to PR practitioners in the service and supplier sector. Wayne Bruce, European Communications Director at Infiniti, takes on the new role of Communications Director.
Re-elected for 2012 are Mike Orford from SEAT UK, who has moved into the Deputy Chairman’s seat, and Nick Perry from Porsche Cars (GB) remaining as Finance Director. Heather Yaxley, ex‑officio Director and Company General Secretary completes membership of the Board.
“In a 24:7 multi-media world it is essential to maximise communications and creating a Communications Director post enables MIPAA to raise its profile as the motor industry PR skills and networking hub,” explains Al Clarke. “We’re also reaching out to attract members in sectors such as commercial vehicles, components, motorsport and through the supply chain in dealerships, consultancies and service providers.”
“MIPAA has a reputation for supporting members in four key areas; training, knowledge, networking and careers, which we deliver by accessing industry experience and expertise. Last year saw a record level of participation by members from the annual PR Masterclass to free initiatives including Professional Practice Seminars and our new ‘@’ branded social events.”
“We recognise the cost and time-pressures PR practitioners face by delivering cost-effective professional development activities and access to a dynamic community of motor industry communicators.”
“Online and face-to-face networking is at the heart of what we do, with regular social and professional membership experiences open to anyone working in the motor industry sector.
Notes:
The Motor Industry Public Affairs Association (www.mipaa.com) Limited comprises 400 professional communicators who represent major automotive brands, vehicle manufacturers, suppliers, consultancies and other institutions connected with the sector, in the UK and overseas. It helps members in four key areas:
Training – sharing and developing skills using unique industry expertise
Careers – developing talent and keeping members informed of job opportunities
Knowledge – sharing ideas and tips to save time and resources
Networking – events to help communicators do their jobs better
MIPAA was founded in 1968 and is affiliated with the Public Relations Consultants Association (PRCA) and Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR)
