EFRAG has formally welcomed the appointments of Steven Maijoor, Sam Woods, and Laura Forzani to key leadership positions within the IFRS Foundation and the International Accounting Standards Board.
New Leadership Roles at the IFRS Foundation and IASB
EFRAG extended congratulations to Steven Maijoor, Sam Woods, and Laura Forzani regarding their executive appointments across the IFRS Foundation and the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB).
Steven Maijoor takes on the role of Chair of the IFRS Foundation Trustees, Sam Woods has been appointed Chair of the IASB, and Laura Forzani becomes Managing Director of the IFRS Foundation.
Prioritising Collaboration and Transparency in Corporate Reporting
EFRAG highlighted its established relationship with the IFRS Foundation and the IASB, affirming the importance of ongoing dialogue and joint efforts. The organisation indicated that the new leadership will play a central role in guiding the future path of both bodies.
Looking ahead, EFRAG stated its intent to work alongside the new leadership to support high-quality standards that address the needs of European and global capital markets. Continuous dialogue between organisations is viewed as essential for maintaining consistency, comparability, and transparency across corporate reporting while reflecting the specific requirements of different jurisdictions.
