Tom Clougherty steps down as Executive Director of the Institute of Economic Affairs
13 October 2025
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The Institute of Economic Affairs has today announced that Tom Clougherty has stepped down as Executive Director with immediate effect.
Linda Edwards, Chairman of the IEA, said:
“Tom is a talented and thoughtful colleague. We’re grateful for his contributions to the IEA – helping to strengthen our public reputation, expand our digital reach, and secure important foundation support. We wish Tom every success in his next chapter. The IEA has a strong team who are moving forward with a packed research and education pipeline, busy events, and rapidly growing audiences. The Board of Trustees has begun the search for a new Executive Director to lead the next phase of our growth.”
Tom Clougherty said:
“I am very grateful to have served as the IEA’s executive director. This is a great organisation with a bright future ahead of it. I wish my successor all the best. And I know my brilliant former colleagues will continue to advance the cause of liberty and free markets.”
During the transition, the senior team will continue to deliver the IEA’s programme of research, education, events, and media.
Linda Edwards, Chairman of the IEA, said:
“Tom is a talented and thoughtful colleague. We’re grateful for his contributions to the IEA – helping to strengthen our public reputation, expand our digital reach, and secure important foundation support. We wish Tom every success in his next chapter. The IEA has a strong team who are moving forward with a packed research and education pipeline, busy events, and rapidly growing audiences. The Board of Trustees has begun the search for a new Executive Director to lead the next phase of our growth.”
Tom Clougherty said:
“I am very grateful to have served as the IEA’s executive director. This is a great organisation with a bright future ahead of it. I wish my successor all the best. And I know my brilliant former colleagues will continue to advance the cause of liberty and free markets.”
During the transition, the senior team will continue to deliver the IEA’s programme of research, education, events, and media.
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