The Royal Entomological Society is pleased to officially announce the results of its recent Trustee Elections which gave members the opportunity to vote for new trustees to help guide the Society’s mission to advance insect science worldwide.
From this September, we are delighted to welcome both re-elected and newly appointed trustees who will play a central role in guiding the Society’s work in advancing insect science and education in line with our latest Strategy.
Following the election, the Society welcomes and congratulates the following trustees:
Gia Aradóttir
Shaun Winterton
Richard Harrington
Heather Campbell
Moses Musonda
Anastasia Uglow
Liam Crowley
- Guðbjörg Inga (Gia) Aradóttir — Treasurer and Chair of Finance Committee (re-elected)
- Shaun Winterton — Chair of Publications Committee (re-elected)
- Richard Harrington — Chair of Events Committee (re-elected)
- Heather Campbell — Chair of Education & Training Committee
- Moses Musonda — Trustee (re-elected)
- Anastasia Uglow — Early Career Trustee
- Liam Crowley — Early Career Trustee
President Elect
In addition, the Society is delighted to announce the appointment of Professor Allan Watt Hon.FRES as President Elect.
Professor Watt brings extensive expertise and leadership in entomology, and his appointment marks an exciting step forward in the Society’s ongoing mission to promote insect science in support of biodiversity, conservation, and global challenges.
“This year’s Trustee election highlights the depth of expertise, commitment, and passion across our community.
We are excited to welcome our new and returning trustees, as well as Professor Allan Watt as President Elect. We are also deeply grateful to those trustees who are stepping down, and to all candidates who put themselves forward.
Together, we look forward to building on the Society’s strong foundations and advancing the vital role of insect science in addressing global challenges.”
– Simon Ward, RES CEO
The RES extends its sincere thanks to the trustees who are stepping down for their dedication and contributions to the Society’s success. We are also deeply grateful to all candidates who stood for election, reflecting the strength and breadth of commitment within the entomological community.
We look forward to working together with our newly elected trustees, President Elect, and the wider membership and community to take the Society forward in the years to come.
