QUAD confirms appointment of new chief executive

QUAD has announced that its interim chief executive has been given the role on a permanent basis.

Vivek Malhotra had been in post on an interim basis since September – but will now take on the permanent role of CEO with immediate effect.

Since taking on the role, Vivek has successfully led QUAD through the uncertainty following the covid pandemic.

He also recently led QUAD’s successful NPO application process, securing £1.4 million from Arts Council England to support the cultural hub’s work over the next three years.

A registered charity, QUAD opened to the public in 2008, and since then has been at the heart of the city’s cultural scene, as well as being internationally recognised for providing quality and excellence in the arts.

Its facilities include cinemas, gallery, café bar and workspaces.

The venue provides contemporary art exhibitions, films and events, as well as creative participatory and learning opportunities.

Mark Gregory, chair of QUAD’s board, said: “The board wish Vivek every continued success in his now permanent role as CEO, as we continue to drive QUAD’s vision through challenging times of the current economic climate.

“The board of trustees has confidence that Vivek will continue to successfully navigate and drive QUAD’s future success.”

Vivek said: “I am very pleased to have been appointed as the permanent CEO of QUAD and look forward to working with the board and team to achieve the goals of the organisation and to secure its future.”