The Qatar Branch of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) held its 2nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Doha recently.
The AGM was attended by procurement professionals from industries across Qatar. A key note address on ‘professional development’ was delivered by Richard Posa (PMMS Middle East).
CIPS MENA office conducted the election for the branch’s new executive committee for 2014.
Following members have been elected; chair: Mike Anwana; vice-chair: Raul Aliyev; treasurer: Naveen Aggarwal; social media officer: Dhirendra Panday; communications officer: Shailendra Chouhan; education liaison representative: Haytham Etemad; events officer: Peter Edy; committee affairs: Rao Srinavas; secretary: Dora Escobar; joint secretary: Idorenyin Placid okon, National Development Office: Ali al- Khelaifi
CIPS is a 80 years old, not-for-profit organisation registered in the UK, and exists to promote and develop high standards of professional skills, ability and integrity among all those engaged in purchasing and supply chain management.