The Chartered Institute of Public Relations has announced that Lionel Zetter has been voted in as president-elect of the industry body, formally assuming the role in 2014.
Zetter successfully saw off competition from Miti Ampona for the role with 54% of member votes and will serve on the executive board in 2013 under next year’s president, Sue Wolstenholme.
Commenting Lionel, Senior Counsel at APCO Worldwide, said: “It is an honour to be elected as the CIPR's President for 2014. I look forward to working with the CIPR's hugely professional staff, and to representing our members once again.”
Sally Sykes FCIPR, 2012 CIPR President said: “I am sure Lionel will lead the CIPR very effectively and build upon the work done by the team and the Board in championing the PR profession and advancing professional standards. It has been a pleasure to work with Lionel already on CIPR Board and he will bring experience, enthusiasm and commitment to the role of President Elect, becoming President in 2014. I wish Lionel every success.”