The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland (ICAS) has strengthened its leadership team with two senior appointments.
Geoff Day has joined the professional body as executive director of engagement, while Cat Devaney was promoted to the role of executive director of learning.
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ICAS CEO Gail Boag said: “Geoff and Cat’s appointments strengthen our leadership team and enhance our ability to deliver impact, support our members and shape the future of the profession.”
Day brings around 25 years of experience. His previous positions include serving as director of communications and brand experiences at Mercedes-Benz USA.
He also spent several years in New York as managing partner of Jackanory and operated his own agency in the UK, working with clients such as BBC Television and Radio.
Before moving to the ICAS, Day was marketing and external relations director at Edinburgh Napier University.
Day said: “I am absolutely thrilled to be joining ICAS at this pivotal time for the industry.
“Throughout my career I have worked across a wide ecosystem of engagement touchpoints – bringing together brand, communications, development, digital and stakeholder relationship-building – to create meaningful connections that build trust and fuel growth.
“I am excited to bring that experience to ICAS and to work with colleagues, members and partners to elevate our impact, strengthen our voice and shape an ambitious future together.”
Devaney, who previously served as professional qualifications director, has spent two decades at the ICAS, progressing through a series of roles.
Most recently, she oversaw the design and rollout of the organisation’s new chartered accountant (CA) qualification and student experience as part of a three-year learning transformation initiative.
In her new executive position, she will continue developing this work and lead the creation of additional training offerings aimed at reaching a wider range of learners.
Devaney said: “I am looking forward to adding real value having experienced the ICAS journey first hand, from being a CA student to shaping how we train CAs. I am proud to take on this role.”
Earlier this month, the ICAS launched a fast-track route for experienced overseas auditors to gain UK Audit Qualification and achieve ICAS membership and CA status.
