Press release - The EFRAG General Assembly Appoints Benoit Jaspar as the New EFRAG Administrative Board President

​EFRAG is pleased to announce the appointment of Benoit Jaspar as the new President of the EFRAG Administrative Board starting 1 July 2024. This appointment was made yesterday, 26 June 2024, by the EFRAG General Assembly. Benoit Jaspar will succeed Hans Buysse, who will continue to serve as a board member representing the user sector.Download the press release.

​Brussels, 27 June 2024 – In its meeting on 26 June 2024, the EFRAG General Assembly appointed Benoit Jaspar as the new President of the EFRAG Administrative Board, with his term starting 1 July 2024. Benoit Jaspar, who has been a dedicated member of the EFRAG Administrative Board, will succeed Hans Buysse, who decided not to seek reappointment but will continue to serve as a board member representing the user sector.

Hans Buysse, outgoing President of the EFRAG Administrative Board, commented: 'It has been a privilege to serve as the President of the EFRAG Administrative Board during the first two years of the implementation of the new structure. I am grateful to the EFRAG Secretariat's support during my mandate. I am confident that Benoit Jaspar's extensive experience and commitment will guide EFRAG towards continued success. While I am stepping down as President, I look forward to remaining actively involved with EFRAG and contributing to our important work from the user sector perspective.'

Benoit Jaspar, newly appointed President of the EFRAG Administrative Board, stated: 'I am deeply honoured to be nominated as the President of the EFRAG Administrative Board. I am committed to upholding its values and mission. I would like to thank Hans Buysse for his exemplary leadership and look forward to working with all stakeholders to navigate the challenges ahead and advance our mission of driving excellence in corporate reporting across Europe and beyond.'

Saskia Slomp, EFRAG CEO, added: 'We are happy to welcome Benoit Jaspar as the new President of the EFRAG Administrative Board. His deep understanding of EFRAG's activities in various capacities over a long period will be invaluable in the coming two years, which will be full of opportunities and challenges. We are looking forward to supporting Benoit in his new role. I also want to extend my gratitude to Hans Buysse for his significant contributions, ongoing commitment to EFRAG and great cooperation with the EFRAG Secretariat. He was a captain who kept his ship on a steady course in turbulent waters.'

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