The Federation of Archaeological Managers and Employers has decided to transfer delivery of the Chief Executive Officer role from our existing contract with Headland Archaeological Services to Cognaterra Ltd, effective 1st August 2026.
The CEO role is provided on a consultancy basis, to action the vision of the board and to ensure the efficient management of the organisation, and FAME’s board of directors is grateful to the contribution made by Kenneth Aitchison of Headland over the past 16 months, and to Landward Research Ltd previously, in the supply of this essential function.
The move to appoint Chris Brayne of Cognaterra has been made after a market testing exercise, which recognises the changing nature of the working environment facing FAME members. Cognaterra’s specialist combination of cutting-edge information technology and experience in management consultancy will enable FAME to develop advice and services to help the membership navigate the fast-moving technological challenges and opportunities over the next three years. The new CEO will focus on FAME’s offer as a Trade Association within the contemporary marketplace, develop its contribution to the heritage sector, and help position the organisation as a leading advocate for the industry within the UK and Ireland.