On 12 December 2023, the Bureau of the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) decided to appoint Isabelle Le Galo Flores as the EESC's new Secretary-General.

Ms Le Galo Flores holds a Master's degree in mathematical engineering as well as in communication, media studies and international relations. In the course of her career, she has held various management positions, most recently the post of Deputy General Director for Spain at the Daniel and Nina Carasso Foundation, where she was involved inter alia in sustainable food systems and citizenship through art.

The Secretary-General of the EESC has an executive function, providing assistance and advice to the statutory bodies of the EESC and managing a workforce of approximately 700 staff. Ms Le Galo Flores took office on 16 January for a period of five years, following Gianluca Brunetti, who left the post on 31 December 2023. (ehp)