Mercian Labels’ MD achieves Chartered Director status

Dr Adrian Steele, managing director of Cannock, UK-based converter Mercian Labels, has received the Institute of Directors’ Chartered Director status. He is one of 700 people to become a Chartered Director in the UK out of the institute’s membership of over 45,000.

He achieved Chartered Director status after completing the IoD’s certificate and diploma in company direction in 2007 and successfully completing the professional review interviews.

Dr Steele said: ‘Running a business in today’s fast-changing climate is extremely challenging. I need to ensure that I fully understood the legal and financial responsibilities that come with being a director. For me it’s about becoming a business professional.

‘The certificate and diploma in company direction provided the expert knowledge and guidance needed to run a company efficiently and profitably. Perhaps the most useful element for me was understanding how to prepare a robust strategy and techniques to understand the market place. I have no doubt that the IoD’s training has contributed considerably to the ongoing success of Mercian Labels.’

Jean Pousson, program director for the IoD in the West Midlands, said: ‘As a Chartered Director, Adrian will be able to demonstrate to shareholders, stakeholders, clients and customers that his organization is professional and successful. Directors who complete the IoD’s qualifications in company direction are extremely well placed to appreciate all aspects of effective business leadership and sound corporate governance.’

Dr Steele has also been invited to become a Fellow of the Institute of Directors.

Mercian Labels is a manufacturer of short run customized labels and produces security labeling brand Label Lock.

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