Premier Global, the parent group of Premier Training International and Active IQ, has appointed Sarah Edmonds as head of standards and compliance with a remit of driving forward qualification and programme standards.

Edmonds has worked in the active leisure industry for more than 20 years and joins the company from her role as interim head of CYQ at Central YMCA Qualifications.

Having began her career as a dance and fitness instructor, Edmonds then became a vocational tutor before moving on to quality assurance regulation and compliance within the arena of examinations and awarding. Thanks to her varied roles, Edmonds has acquired extensive knowledge of government regulated vocational qualifications, which Premier Global believes makes her ideally suited to the new role.

Debra Stuart, CEO of Premier Global said: “Having worked closely with Sarah in previous roles, I know that Sarah’s experience in this area will enable Premier Global to ensure consistent high standards and remain at the forefront of innovative and engaging education.”