London, 14th December 2022 – Positive today announced today Alastair Aird as the new Global Chairman of Positive. Recent CEO at Premier, Alastair is an experienced leader who has developed and grown businesses in the UK, EMEA and globally.
“Having seen the impact of Positive firsthand as a client, it is a privilege to be joining the team at an exciting time for the business. They have an exceptional team and a market-leading product that focuses on the psychological health of the whole organisation and accelerates business performance as a result. I look forward to supporting the management team as they grow the business globally,” said Alastair.
Prior to Premier, Alastair spent 20 years leading media and advertising companies globally. He served as Executive Chairman of Wavemaker where he led the merger and development of the business, growing to more than 8500 staff in over 90 global markets. Alastair has also served as Chairman and NED on several businesses supporting founders through ambitious growth plans. He is currently studying for a Master’s in Neuroscience and Psychology of Mental Health at Kings College London.
Positive CEO Will Marien said, “Alastair’s experience in driving business, combined with his understanding of our work and approach, make him an ideal fit at Positive. I look forward to working closely with Alastair as we extend the impact we have on businesses around the world.”
Positive CEO-APAC Melinda Upton said, “As Positive Group continues to advance its strategic growth agenda, we welcome Alastair as Chair. Alastair is an experienced Chair and has played an influential role in industry leadership globally. We know Alastair will make a fantastic contribution. Please join us in congratulating Alastair on another well-deserved appointment!”
