Phipson will replace current incumbent, Terry Scuoler, on 1 December. Currently head of the Defence and Security Organisation (DSO) within the Department for International Trade, Phipson has had a wide range of experience in both government and advanced manufacturing companies. His current role has seen him responsible for providing UK government export support to the national defence and security industry.
Prior to his role at DSO, Phipson was director for security industry engagement at the Home Office, before which he spent 35 years in manufacturing at a number of large and small companies. His industrial experience involves roles as CEO of Stadium Group plc and president of Smiths Detection, one of the world’s leading security companies. In this role, he built up relationships with over 100 government agencies around the world – leading to a CBE for services to the security industry in 2010.
“We are delighted to appoint someone with Stephen’s background, which includes a deep understanding of advanced manufacturing and of Government,” said Dame Judith Hackitt, chair of EEF. “There are many challenges ahead for UK manufacturing and I know he will provide leadership for our sector at this crucial time.
“I would also like to pay tribute to Terry Scuoler for his outstanding service to EEF. During his tenure the organisation has seen increasing influence at regional, national and European level, as well as growth in the services we provide to manufacturers. We all wish Terry well for the future.”
“I am very proud and honoured to have been chosen to succeed Terry Scuoler as CEO of EEF,” added Stephen Phipson. “I have had the good fortune to have known and worked with EEF over recent years and appreciate the profound impact the organisation has in supporting UK manufacturing.
“I look forward to leading a highly motivated and professional team through a period when EEF has a significant opportunity to increase support to the whole of UK manufacturing and help strengthen its world class innovation and competitiveness.”
