IMCA welcomes new communications lead

IMCA welcomes a new communications lead, James Ketchell.

James joins as head of communications and marketing and has around two decades of experience working in a variety of sectors, most recently with membership associations in the UK.

He was previously head of communications at the Association for Consultancy and Engineering (ACE) which represents the companies which design, deliver, and manage the UK’s built environment and national infrastructure. Alongside this, he also led activity for its sister organisation, the Environmental Industries Commission (EIC) which represents companies working in environmental technology and services.

Separately, he has held a role as national media manager at the Country, Land and Business Association (CLA), the organisation representing rural businesses in the UK.

He started his career in the charity sector, with two roles in PR at two UK based charities and has led CSR communications for a global health and wellbeing group.

Allen Leatt, CEO of IMCA said: “We are delighted to welcome James. Joining at an exciting time in the sector, he will help us to further boost our profile with members and industry, while enabling us to reach a broader audience of stakeholders than before.”

James Ketchell said: “I am excited to be joining IMCA and looking forward to telling the story of this fascinating industry and its members, crucial to delivering the energy solutions for a changing world.”

James can be reached via email. Follow James on twitter: @IMCA_JKetchell