The Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) has appointed Jo Passingham as its permanent Chief Executive, following a formal appointment process.
Jo has been serving as IMechE’s interim Chief Executive and has led a period of significant change, with a renewed focus on making the Institution more outward-facing and strengthening its voice on the issues that matter to engineers, industry and the wider economy.
Under Jo’s stewardship, IMechE has increased its engagement with Government and external stakeholders, while strengthening the profile of its policy and public affairs work. The Institution has also secured increased national visibility for its work, including coverage of its Formula Student programme on the BBC.
IMechE has a huge opportunity to make sure engineering expertise is heard where it matters. We need to be ambitious, outward-facing and focused on making a real difference, both for the profession and for the country.
Jo Passingham, Chief Executive, The Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)
Jo brings extensive experience of leading transformation across organisations including The Prince’s Trust, the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA), Climate-KIC and Sitel. Her career has focused on organisational change, transformation and building stronger relationships with external stakeholders.
Commenting on the appointment Jo said: “I’m delighted to be taking on the role of Chief Executive on a permanent basis. Engineering has never been more important to the UK’s future, from skills and innovation to energy, infrastructure and industry.
“IMechE has a huge opportunity to make sure engineering expertise is heard where it matters. We need to be ambitious, outward-facing and focused on making a real difference, both for the profession and for the country.
“I’m looking forward to working with our members, Fellows, partners and colleagues to build on the progress we have already made and make IMechE an even stronger voice for engineering.”
Jo’s appointment comes at an important time for the engineering profession. The UK faces significant challenges and opportunities across areas including skills, infrastructure, energy, advanced manufacturing and the transition to a more sustainable economy.
As Chief Executive, Jo will lead IMechE’s work to further strengthen its influence and demonstrate the contribution engineering makes to economic growth, innovation and society.
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