City businesswoman new head of local IoD

Entrepreneur Sarah Downs, co-founder of Aberdeen-based sales and marketing consultancy Doqaru, has been appointed chairwoman of her local branch of the Institute of Directors (IoD).

She takes over duties from Mark McCue, who has led the Aberdeen branch of employers’ group IoD Scotland since 2015.

Former nurse Ms Downs assumed her IoD duties earlier this week.

She said: “I’m delighted to be taking on the branch chair role, especially during what is undoubtedly an important time for businesses in Aberdeen as they navigate change.

“I share the passion with the IoD that better directors create better businesses, and in turn a better economy.

“I’m looking forward to working with my predecessor, Mark McCue, and the existing committee, while meeting our local members over the coming months.”

Sarah Downs is the new IoD chairwoman.