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Ian Pretty to be new 157 Group CEO

The 157 Group colleges association has announced plans to appoint Ian Pretty as chief executive later this year.

Pretty, a senior vice president for the public sector at consultancy Capgemini UK, will take up his new role on 7 September.

He will replace Lynne Sedgmore, who is retiring as executive director of the group.

Sarah Robinson, chair of the 157 Group and principal of Stoke on Trent College, said: “I am delighted that Ian has decided to join the 157 Group. Having held a number of senior positions in both central government and the commercial sector, he brings a wide range of skills and experience to the group as we continue our influential work to raise the profile and importance of further education and skills.”

Natalie Thornhill


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