04.03.20
CPI welcomed its new CEO, Frank Millar.
Millar was most recently CPI's chief operating officer, a position he held for five years.
Millar succeeds Nigel Perry, who led CPI from its inception over 17 years ago through a significant period of growth and evolution.
Perry will now take a role on the CPI Board as non-executive director at the start of 2021.
“The Board is delighted to have appointed Frank Millar as the new CEO," said Jennie Younger, Non-Executive Chairman of CPI. "Building on his significant contributions to the company’s success, Frank’s appointment will sustain strong leadership at the helm of CPI. He will continue to champion our people and deliver value to our partners and customers”.
“I am delighted that our Board has appointed Frank as my successor," Perry said. "Frank is a proven leader with a clear and inspiring vision for CPI. He brings strong core values, a track record of delivery and the ability to bring people together. These qualities are fundamental as the company enters its next chapter, and there is nobody better to lead CPI into the future”.
Speaking on his first day in the new role, Frank said: “CPI is an incredible organization, with a deep knowledge of innovation systems and financial support networks, complemented by outstanding people and cutting-edge assets," Millar added. "We thrive by enabling others and I am proud to build on our outstanding track record supporting thousands of businesses. Founded on leading capabilities in science and technology innovation, we strive to realize our vision of a healthier society, a cleaner environment and a vibrant UK economy.
“Our people are dedicated, knowledgeable and passionate about CPI’s purpose," he continued. "There is no challenge too big or too complex for this team and I am privileged to have this opportunity to lead CPI on our journey as a world-class innovation services company. We are independently minded, technically brilliant and the preferred partner of public and private sectors to deliver remarkable results for the UK economy.
“I would also like to take this opportunity to extend my thanks and gratitude to Nigel Perry for his enormous commitment to CPI over the past 17 years. What Nigel has built is truly remarkable and is a beacon of collaborative innovation in the UK," Millar concluded.