Formula E CEO Jeff Dodds Named Chair of The Marketing Society

The Marketing Society, the influential global community 'For Marketers Who Mean Business', has appointed Jeff Dodds, CEO of Formula E, as its new chair, the first chair appointed with the support of a specialist leadership search firm in the Society's history. Jeff succeeds Craig Inglis, who steps down after eight years in the role and will continue to support the Society as chair emeritus from 1st August 2026.

Jeff brings a rare vantage point to the role, having led as both a senior marketer and a chief executive across organisations including Honda, Virgin Media and now Formula E. He has previously served as Chair of The Valuable 500 disability charity and as a UK Government non-executive director, alongside a strong personal commitment to strengthening how the marketing profession is understood and valued in the boardroom.

Craig has led the Board through a period of significant growth and renewed confidence for the Society, delivering record revenue and surplus and five consecutive years of profit growth. He has strengthened its standing in its home market of England while building momentum across Scotland, New York, Hong Kong, Singapore and the United Arab Emirates.

"The Marketing Society is unique. It combines the influence of an industry leader with the purpose of a not-for-profit, championing marketers to think bigger about the value they create. That's a mission I believe in deeply, having seen first-hand the impact marketing and creativity can have on business growth from both sides of the boardroom table. I'm looking forward to working with Sophie, the Board and the wider membership to help write the next chapter of the Society's success." said Jeff Dodds, incoming chair, The Marketing Society.

"On behalf of the Board, I want to thank Craig for eight outstanding years as Chair. We're delighted he continues with us as Chair Emeritus. Jeff is exactly the right leader for our next chapter - he has led as both a marketer and a chief executive, and he understands what this Society and our members stand for. I could not be more excited to work with him." said Sophie Devonshire, chief executive, The Marketing Society.

"It has been a privilege to chair this Society for the past eight years and to work alongside Sophie and such a talented Board. I am proud of what we have built together, and I am pleased to remain involved in an advisory capacity. Jeff is the right person to take this forward. He sees the profession clearly and will bring huge experience and energy to the role." said Craig Inglis, outgoing chair, The Marketing Society.