Amoria Bond appoint Gary Elden OBE as Chair

Amoria Bond have announced the appointment of former CEO of SThree PLC, Gary Elden, OBE, as their new Chair, who joined the business in January. The multi award-winning company has achieved impressive financial results and rapid international growth year-on-year since its launch in 2006. Gary’s appointment further strengthens the Board’s knowledge and capabilities to continue to deliver its ambitious future business goals. Gary Elden, has over 29 years of experience in the staffing industry. Having joined SThree during its early years, Gary worked his way up to serve as company CEO for 7 years. During his tenure he grew SThree’s global headcount by 40%, increased Gross Profit by 55%, and doubled both turnover and profitability. Gary’s in-depth knowledge of international STEM markets (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics), will significantly strengthen Amoria Bond’s Board capabilities and operating effectiveness in these and other complimentary market-sectors.

Gary Elden says: ‘I’ve been watching the rise of Amoria Bond with interest over the last few years, and have been really impressed by their success in establishing themselves as an international industry leader in specialist recruitment consultancy services. Their growth and financial results have been impressive from day 1, and I look forward to working with the Board as Chair to help them take the business through the next stages of growth.'

Ian Cross, Managing Director of Amoria Bond says; “We are delighted to welcome Gary to his new position as Chair of the Amoria Bond Board. His plethora of experience in strategy and governance will perfectly complement and strengthen our Executive-Board and business capabilities. I am excited by the perspectives and impact he will bring as Amoria Bond continues on our strategic journey of international growth and profitability"

David Etherington also joins Amoria Bond as a Non-Executive Advisor to the Board, having worked within the staffing industry for over 25 years. David has an excellent delivery-record across numerous senior management and board positions. Working with the Amoria Bond board as an operating partner, David will build upon the Leadership Coaching and Development consultancy he’s been delivering to the company.