CEO succession announced at Clancy Consulting

Article posted on: 1 December 2022

Clancy Consulting is pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Acton as CEO, from April 2023. Chris will succeed Martyn Headley who, after a period of four years in post as CEO, will retire from the business as planned in March 2023.

Chris, currently a Board Director with responsibility for the civil, structural and geoenvironmental teams in Manchester, has successfully led the continued growth of the section since returning from a five-year secondment in the Middle East in 2016, whilst also being instrumental in implementing many of the operational and strategic initiatives which have improved the service offering to clients, as well as wider initiatives within the organisation’s overseas interests.

Martyn Headley commented, “It has been a privilege serving as CEO and retiring is one of the hardest decisions I have ever made. The decision was made easier though knowing that Chris is fully prepared to take the helm at Clancy. I want to congratulate Chris on his election and look forward to continuing to work with him during the handover phase.

“Chris and I have worked together closely over the last six-years and the progress we have made sets up a strong position for 2023 and beyond, under his capable leadership. I am grateful to the Board of Directors, the management team and all of our employees for their support over the years and want to thank them, as well as Clancy’s loyal clients and industry colleagues, many of which have become personal friends of mine.”

Commenting on the announcement Chris Acton stated, “I want to thank Martyn for all he has done as CEO. Under Martyn’s lead the business has experienced significant transition with an emphasis on shaping the company for the future. The period has obviously offered unique challenges however, amongst many initiatives, Clancy has seen the acquisition of structural timber frame specialist DBM Consultants which expands our drive for sustainable engineering solutions enhancing our structural timber expertise radically. During this pivotal 50th anniversary year we’ve also been hosting a whole variety of fundraising initiatives across the UK to celebrate this milestone. I’ll be continuing this vision and leadership whilst developing the role to suit the future plans of Clancy within our ever-evolving industry.”

Martyn said, “My retirement will draw a close to my fantastic 32-years at Clancy, working with an extremely talented team and with a culture and ethos which is so important to us as a company. With Chris taking the reins as CEO I have no doubt that we will see the next exciting chapter of Clancy unfold.”

Chris concludes, “On behalf of the entire Clancy team, may I take the opportunity to thank Martyn for his total commitment and passion for the business over 32-years and, when the time arrives, wish him a long, happy and fulfilled retirement.”

A period of strategic handover until the end of March is currently underway, both internally and with clients and industry colleagues.

Chris Acton will be in post as CEO, based in Clancy’s Manchester office, from 1st April 2023.