At its recent General Meeting in Stockholm, the European Consortium for Accreditation (ECA) members elected a new Vice-Chair, welcomed new Board members, and confirmed several key leadership positions for the coming term. The appointments ensure a strong balance of continuity and renewal in ECA’s governance as the organisation continues to advance its mission and strategic priorities.
We are pleased to announce the election of Sebastian Steele (UKÄ) as the new Vice-Chair of the organisation. Members also renewed the Board mandates of Klemen Subic (SQAA) and Luut Kroes (NVAO). Luut Kroes will continue serving on the Board until 31 December 2026.
The General Meeting also elected Corina Sutter (AHPGS) and Tinka Thede (NVAO) as new members of the ECA Board. Tinka Thede will formally begin her Board mandate on 1 January 2027, following the conclusion of Luut Kroes’ term. Their expertise, experience, and commitment to quality assurance will contribute significantly to ECA’s future development and strategic direction.
We are also pleased that Luut Kroes (NVAO) will continue to serve as Treasurer until 31 December 2026. Tinka Thede (NVAO) will assume the role of Treasurer from 1 January 2027, ensuring a smooth transition in ECA’s financial leadership.
In addition, members renewed the mandate of Giacomo Annese (MFHEA) on the Financial Committee, recognising his valuable contribution to overseeing ECA’s financial management. Elena Catana (ARACIS) was also elected as a new member of the Financial Committee.
With this combination of newly elected and re-elected representatives, ECA’s leadership is well positioned to continue fostering mutual trust, supporting innovation in quality assurance, and promoting effective international cooperation across the European Higher Education Area and beyond.
We warmly congratulate all elected and re-elected Board and Financial Committee members and look forward to working together in the years ahead.
