October 30, 2024 – ETIM International, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Margaret Fitzsimons back to the Board of Directors. In addition, Mary Shaw from ETIM North America and Frank Jaegtness from ETIM Norway were re-elected to serve another 3-year term on the ETIM board.

The ETIM board as per 22-10-2024, with Margaret Fitzsimons positioned as the last person on the right.

During the ETIM International General Assembly meeting, held in Rome, Italy on October 22, 2024, Margaret Fitzsimons, CEO of the Electrical Distributors’ Association (EDA) in the United Kingdom and boardmember of ETIM UK, was once again elected to the board of ETIM International. Fitzsimons brings a wealth of expertise and leadership experience to the role, having previously served on the ETIM International board. Her insights from years of industry involvement, coupled with her dedication to enhancing product data standards, will play a critical role in shaping the future direction of ETIM.

Commenting on the appointment, Magnus Sirén, Chair of the ETIM International Board, said, “We are delighted to welcome Margaret Fitzsimons back to the ETIM Board. Her longstanding dedication to the industry and her active role in ETIM UK make her an invaluable addition.”

ETIM International’s commitment to inclusivity and adaptability in response to the evolving needs of its stakeholders is first and foremost in the minds of our General Assembly members, who are representatives of the 19 country associations. The organization continues to grow its reach across borders, strengthening partnerships and fostering innovations that benefit industries worldwide. The inclusion of Fitzsimons marks an exciting new chapter in ETIM International’s journey, signaling a renewed focus on collaboration and global standards.