People Moves
People Moves tracks leadership changes, senior appointments, and executive reshuffles across the UK retail industry. This section reports on new hires, promotions, and departures within major retail groups, suppliers, and service providers. Retail Sector’s People Moves coverage offers insight into how talent strategy and leadership dynamics influence company direction, governance, and performance — providing retail professionals with an up-to-date view of the industry’s key decision-makers.
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Sep- 2024 -6 September
La Redoute appoints new CEO
La Redoute has announced the appointment of Fabien Versavau as chief executive officer, effective from 9 September. In his new role, he will be responsible for defining the company’s strategic roadmap and overseeing its operations, particularly supporting growth in France and internationally, strengthening the home segment, and optimising performance. Versavau…
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4 September
The Very Group appoints former Asos exec as NED
The Very Group has announced the appointment of Nick Beighton and Paul O’Donnell to the company’s board as non-executive directors. It comes as non-executive director Mark McMenemy has retired from the board, having rejoined the company in 2019 after giving up executive roles to accommodate non-executive and consulting positions. McMenemy…
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4 September
Burberry appoints new CMO and president of Americas
Burberry has announced the appointment of Jonathan Kiman as chief marketing officer and Laura Dubin-Wander as president of Americas. Kiman, who will start his new role on 9 September, will lead the brand’s global marketing team. He will join the executive committee and will report to CEO Joshua Schulman. He…
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3 September
Ultimate Products appoints two non-exec directors
Ultimate Products, the owner of a number of leading homeware brands including Salter and Beldray, has announced the appointment of Andrew Milne and José Carlos González-Hurtado as two new non-executive directors. The retailer has also announced that Jill Easterbrook has notified the board of her intention to step down as…
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3 September
Mango appoints new ecommerce boss while expanding to 12 new markets
Mango has announced the appointment of Marlies Hersbach as its new e-commerce executive director as the fashion group has extended its online business by entering 12 new markets. The retailer has started to operate online in 12 countries, including Angola, Belize, Brunei, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Gambia, Honduras, Laos, Mongolia, New…
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2 September
Under Armour appoints Franck Denglos as VP of Commercial for EMEA
Under Armour has announced the appointment of Franck Denglos as vice president of Commercial for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). With 25 years of experience in the sports, lifestyle, and fashion industries, it said Denglos brings a wealth of expertise in driving commercial success and strategic growth to…
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Aug- 2024 -30 August
UKRadiators.com appoints ex-Tiffany exec as operations director
UKRadiators.com, an online retailer based in Colchester, UK, has appointed Mark Webber, as its new operations director. Webber brings over 11 years of experience from Tiffany and Co., where he was “instrumental” in building its e-commerce operations. This strategic hire is part of UKRadiators.com’s growth plan. By improving supply chain…
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29 August
Strathberry appoints new MD as it targets £100m revenue
Edinburgh-based luxury brand Strathberry has appointed Martin Byrne as managing director as the brand targets £100m revenue in a continued expansion. Byrne, who brings a wealth of experience from leading roles in high-end consumer brands, will join the company in November, working closely with founders Guy and Leeanne Hundleby to…
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28 August
MAC appoints new senior vice president of global marketing
MAC Cosmetics has announced the appointment of Emily Bromfield as senior vice president, global marketing. In this role, Bromfield will report directly to Aïda Moudachirou-Rébois, SVP global general manager of the company, overseeing the brand’s global marketing strategies across all categories and channels. With a career marked by a blend…
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15 August
Victoria’s Secret appoints Hillary Super as new CEO
Victoria’s Secret has appointed Hiillary Super as its new chief executive officer and a member of the board, effective 9 September 2024. Super succeeds Martin Waters in both roles. Timothy (TJ) Johnson, VS&Co’s chief financial and administrative officer, will serve as interim CEO effective today through 8 September 2024. Meanwhile,…
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