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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Apr- 2024 -2 April
Naked Wines confirms Rodrigo Maza as new CEO
Naked Wines has confirmed the appointment of Rodrigo Maza as group chief executive officer effective from today (2 April), further to the announcement made on 5 February. Maza has been the group’s UK managing director since September 2023, and will now work alongside chairman Rowan Gormley over the next few…
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Mar- 2024 -27 March
Travis Perkins’ CEO Nick Roberts to step down
The board of Travis Perkins has revealed that Nick Roberts is set to step down from his role as chief executive officer and from the board after five years in the role. The British builders’ merchant and home improvement retailer said its board and Roberts are aligned that “now is…
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25 March
Ex-chancellor Nadhim Zahawi in talks to become The Very Group chair
Former chancellor Nadhim Zahawi is reportedly in talks with The Very Group regarding the possibility of becoming its new chair, according to Sky News. The MP for Stratford-upon-Avon is believed to be among the candidates that could become the next chairman for the online retailer. City sources told Sky News…
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22 March
Pandora appoints new GM for British Isles and new CCO
Pandora has announced the appointment of Sonia Lopez Delgado as new general manager of British Isles (BRIS) from 1 July, the company’s second largest cluster. She currently holds the position as general manager of the Northern Europe cluster (NOEU). She joined Pandora in 2018 and has extensive experience within sales,…
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15 March
THG NED to step down after 14 years
THG has revealed that Iain McDonald has informed its board of his intention to step down as a non-executive director at the end of March 2024, shortly after his 14th anniversary as a THG director. The company said McDonald is both a “highly-valued and experienced” member of THG’s board, who…
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15 March
Next Beauty CEO Amanda Scott resigns
Amanda Scott, Next Beauty’s chief executive has departed from her role, according to the Retail Week. For around five years Scott headed Next Beauty and led the brand’s first venture into the world of premium beauty. According to Retail Week, Scott has resigned and taken on advisory roles with other…
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15 March
Under Armour founder returns as CEO
Under Armour founder Kevin Plank will become president and chief executive officer, effective April 1, 2024, succeeding Stephanie Linnartz. Plank, who will transition from executive chair of the board, will remain a director. Linnartz will remain an advisor to the company through April 30, 2024. Plank founded Under Armour in…
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14 March
Foot Locker appoints new chief human resources officer
Foot Locker has recently announced that Cindy Carlisle has been appointed the new executive vice president and chief human resources officer. Carlisle joins Foot Locker from Stryker Corporation, where she served as group vice president of human resources. She previously held leadership positions at Roche Group and Johnson and Johnson.…
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13 March
Matches CEO and CFO depart amid administration
Matches CEO Nick Beighton and CFO Dave Murray have departed the retailer after its collapse into administration last week, Drapers has reported. The news comes as the two senior leaders are thought to have been part of the 273 job cuts announced last Friday (8 March). A day before on…
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11 March
Matalan unveils five new senior leadership appointments
Matalan, the fashion and homeware omnichannel value retailer, has announced the appointment of five new leaders as it continues its business transformation. The retailer has appointed a new director of online, David Seeby, to drive forward its e-commerce offer, harnessing new technology to build a best-in-class omnichannel experience for Matalan’s…
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