People
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Clare Swindell joins John Lewis Partnership Board as non-executive director
The John Lewis Partnership announces today the appointment of Clare Swindell as a non-executive director and chair of the audit and risk committee. Swindell is a highly experienced finance professional...
Matalan CFO Stephen Hill to step down after 23 years’ service
Matalan, the leading omnichannel value retailer for families, today announces that after a successful 23 years in role, Stephen Hill, the company’s CFO, has decided to step down and pursue...
Getir announces strategic leadership appointments for US expansion
Getir, the pioneer of ultrafast grocery delivery, has selected new leadership to head the company’s US Group and FreshDirect teams, appointing Hatice Evren as US Group Chief Executive Officer, Getir...
N Brown appoints Natalie Rogers as chief people officer
N Brown Group, the inclusive fashion and homeware digital retailer, is delighted to announce the appointment of Natalie Rogers as the business’ new Chief People Officer. Natalie will lead the People function...
A new CEO announced at delta pronatura, owner of UK brand Dr. Beckmann
The new Management Board of delta pronatura GmbH (from left to right):Jan Zimpelmann (CFO), Nils Beckmann (CEO), Michael Klingel (COO), Marco Buschmeier (CMO) A new era is about to begin...
Fabulosa announces duo of senior hires
Fragrance-led home and lifestyle brand, Fabulosa, has strengthened its senior management team with two new appointments across marketing and finance. Bringing over twenty years of expertise in the marketing and communications sector, Charles Du Pré joins...
Sainsbury’s CEO, Simon Roberts, to become new President of IGD
Jason Tarry will be handing over the reins as IGD President, as he steps down from his role as UK & ROI Chief Executive Officer of Tesco PLC. Simon Roberts,...
Differentiator Brands appoints new UK business development manager to establish Eldorado Tonic Wine in new markets
Differentiator Brands, a subsidiary of Glasgow-based JW Filshill, is ramping up its presence in the competitive tonic wine market with the appointment of Kerr Mclaren as UK business development manager...
One Good Thing appoints ex Graze MD, Stephen Hann, as chief commercial officer
The innovative sustainable wrapper-free snack brand, One Good Thing (OGT), which launched in August 2023, welcomes on board Stephen Hann as chief commercial officer. Hann brings to OGT a wealth...
John Lewis makes senior appointments
The John Lewis Partnership has announced two senior appointments at John Lewis. Peter Ruis joins as executive director to lead John Lewis, one of the nation’s best loved brands, through...
Samsung UK appoints Deborah Honig as first chief customer officer
Samsung Electronics UK has announced the appointment of Deborah Honig, its first-ever chief customer officer. With responsibility for delivering an innovative, customer-first experience, Honig will span the breadth of Samsung's...
New appointment made at top table of premium ingredients manufacturer
L-r: David Collard, departing CEO, and Adam Sims, incoming CEO, of Bart Ingredients Bristol-based herbs, spices and ingredients manufacturer Bart Ingredients, has announced the appointment of its Chief Commercial Officer,...
Pizza Hut UK, Ireland & France appoints Jana Ulaite as chief marketing officer
Pizza Hut UK, Ireland & France has expanded its leadership team by appointing Jana Ulaite as its chief marketing Ooficer (CMO). Jana brings a wealth of brand and marketing experience...
Mutti’s UK success continues with new dedicated subsidiary and strategic appointments
In a testament to its commitment to continuous improvement and international growth, Mutti Group is proud to announce the UK as its sixth subsidiary, effective from January 2024. Since launching...
Criteo hires Macy’s Melanie Zimmermann to lead global retail media practice
Criteo (NASDAQ: CRTO), the commerce media company, today announced the appointment of Melanie Zimmermann to lead its global retail media practice. As General Manager, Global Retail Media, she will be...
Accolade Wines appoints Derek Nicol as managing director, Europe
Accolade Wines is pleased to announce the appointment of Derek Nicol to the position of managing director, Europe. This follows the resignation of Caroline Thompson-Hill to pursue an opportunity in...
Google UK announces senior leadership appointments
Google announced today that it’s making new senior appointments to its UK leadership team. Vanessa Kingori OBE will be joining the business as managing director of tech, media and telecoms...
Heidi Kenyon-Smith appointed new Simply Be general manager
N Brown Group plc, the inclusive fashion and homeware digital retailer, is delighted to announce the appointment of Heidi Kenyon-Smith as the new general manager of Simply Be, further strengthening its team...
JLP appoints new head of brand and store experience
Paul Jones has been appointed as John Lewis head of brand and store experience, reporting to pan-Partnership customer director, Charlotte Lock. Starting on 8 January 2024, Jones's role will be...
John Lewis Partnership appoints new director of property
Martin Gafsen will join the John Lewis Partnership (JLP) on 13 November as the new director of property, reporting into executive director of finance, Bérangère Michel. Martin Gafsen was property and...
