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New CEO for Economic Development

The Department of Economic Development has a new chief executive.

 

The top official's job has gone to its acting CEO Chris Corlett, after a selection process involving on and off-Island candidates.

 

Chris Corlett has been a chief executive in the Manx government for more than 10 years, starting in the former Department of Trade and Industry. 

 

He took-up the same role in Social Care in 2010, then moved to DED last year.

 

Minister John Shimmin's welcomed the appointment, saying Mr Corlett is the right person to lead the team working to maximise growth.

 

Chris Corlett's described the Isle of Man as 'one of the most dynamic and entrepreneurial places in the world', which he's confident has 'an exciting and prosperous futrure ahead'.

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