±±¾©Èü³µpk10

From 1 June Green becomes non-executive chairman of the company that includes marketing services providers EuroDirect and Broadsystem. 

John McAndrew, currently managing director of Callcredit Credit Solutions, takes over as chief executive of the Leeds-based business. He has been a board director of the group since its inception in October 2000.

Green told colleagues of his decision in an email yesterday. "After setting up Callcredit Information Group from its small beginnings in Bradford, back in 1991, I now feel that it is time to take a back seat and let others drive this fantastic business forward," he wrote.

CIG, formerly Skipton Information Group, is made up of credit reference agency Callcredit, EuroDirect and Broadsystem. CIG acquired Broadsystem from News International in January 2008. 

The group experienced significant growth in 2008 with sales increasing by 73% despite the economic downturn.

Full-year profits of £4.6m show an increase of 67% on the previous year with the group expanding its workforce from 419 staff to 625.

Green told colleagues that his successor John McAndrew has been "a key strategic influence on this business and I know that I am leaving the CEO role in very capable and safe hands".

As non-executive chairman Green will continue to attend Callcredit Information Group board meetings.

Green's move follows a decision by John Dobson, co-founder of EuroDirect, to step down as managing director last year. He was succeeded by Caroline Worboys.

John Dobson (left), Green and Mark Roy, CEO of REaD at the REaD Wine Tasting Challenge in November last year.