Furniture Village names new MD amid Board reshuffle
It follows on from the recent exit deal from its external shareholders BGF, which enabled it to become 100% family owned once again
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Furniture Village has strengthened its board of directors with several senior appointments from within, including founder Peter Harrison taking on the position of executive chairman, and his son, Charlie Harrison taking on the position of managing director.
This follows on from the recent exit deal from its external shareholders BGF, which enabled it to become 100% family-owned once again.
Nick Hipkiss who held several key operational roles within the business was previously
HR director, also takes over responsibility for retail and now holds the main board
position of commercial director.
Eamon Wynne, previously finance director looking after general operations, has been
appointed chief financial officer.
Mike Broughton remains on the board as chief information officer, leading all business
development and systems improvements. After 20 years at Furniture Village Claudia Cooper has been appointed to the main board as multi-channel director.
Harrison, said: “Internal promotions may be typical in family businesses, but less common in those with around 1,200 employees, 55 stores, 17 fulfilment centres and an annual turnover of circa £400m.
“It is only possible because we have an exceptionally skilled and well-qualified team.Our senior team has consistently delivered year-on-year commercial growth whilst successfully delivering against our ambitious strategic plans.”
He added: “It is their combination of knowledge, experience and commitment that continues to ensure Furniture Village remains at the forefront of the UK furniture retail landscape
and ready for its next phase of growth.”
