CIPD designates Professor Christopher Bones as the new Chair of its Board of Trustees
New CIPD Chair Focuses on AI and Future of Work
The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) has appointed Professor Christopher Bones as its new Chair of the Board of Trustees. Bones, a former Dean of Henley Business School and an entrepreneur who co-founded a digital company, takes over from Valerie Hughes D'Aeth, who has held the role since 2021.
Bones's leadership aims to position people professionals at the heart of business strategy while ensuring they are equipped to navigate technological changes responsibly. His key goals include building the confidence and capabilities of HR professionals to work strategically within businesses and to support workforce needs effectively.
In a statement, Chloe Smith, CIPD President, expressed her gratitude for Valerie Hughes D'Aeth's leadership and commitment as Chair. "Valerie's contribution as a Companion and leader within the CIPD and the profession has been invaluable," Smith said. "Her leadership has led to the growth of the organization's membership to over 160,000 members internationally."
Hughes D'Aeth will step down from her role to spend more time with her family. However, she remains passionate about the profession and will continue to be a part of the CIPD community.
As Chair, Bones will lead the CIPD's Board of Trustees in overseeing the strategic direction of the CIPD. He will work alongside the CEO Peter Cheese and his team, as well as the CIPD President Chloe Smith.
Bones's focus on shaping the future of work and the responsible use of AI aligns with the CIPD's mission to be a voice for the profession and its membership. He will help organizations and their people adapt and grow in response to changes in labor markets and regulation.
Chris, a former winner of the UK Management Book of the Year for "The Cult of the Leader", emphasizes the importance of guiding organizations to understand AI’s impact on skills and roles and promoting its responsible and ethical use.
More information on the CIPD Board and its governance can be found on the CIPD's website. Chris's tenure as Chair of the CIPD begins immediately.
The CIPD plays an important role in being a voice for the profession and its membership. With Bones at the helm, the organization is poised to continue its mission of supporting HR professionals and organizations as they navigate the challenges and opportunities posed by AI and the future of work.
- In his role as the new Chair of the Board of Trustees at CIPD, Professor Christopher Bones aims to strategically place people professionals within businesses, utilizing his expertise in finance, leadership, and business.
- As the CIPD's Board of Trustees Chair, Professor Christopher Bones will guide the organization to understand AI's impact on skills and roles, promoting its responsible and ethical use, aligning with the CIPD's mission and the need for effective business strategy in the future of work.
