Gillian Carmichael Lemaire

Ms Lemaire, who has been a director of the centre since December 2020, is an independent arbitrator and mediator working in the UK and internationally. She started out as a litigator in Glasgow and has spent most of her 40-year career in Paris in international arbitration and, in the last decade, mediation, including partner roles in international law firms. 

Lord Glennie, who will remain on the board, said: “I am delighted that Gillian will replace me as chair of the board. I have had the privilege to work with her on the board since we joined in 2020, so I understand her commitment to the centre and the expertise she brings to the organisation.”

Andrew Mackenzie, chief executive of the centre, said: “I welcome Gillian as chair of the board and very much look forward to working with her as we continue to build on our successes and focus on the coming years under her leadership.

“I also take this opportunity to pay tribute to Angus for his leadership over the last four years both as vice chair and then chairman. It has been an absolute pleasure to work with Angus. So, I am delighted that he will remain on the board, demonstrating his commitment to the centre beyond his period as chairman.”

Ms Lemaire said: “I am thrilled to accept this appointment. I hope that my experience on the board over the last four years and my work in international arbitration and mediation will continue to assist with the work of the centre. I look forward to working with Andrew and the staff team, as well as Angus and the other directors of the centre, and to the new challenges and opportunities that await.”