Board
This coverage highlights board-level developments shaping the UK retail industry, from executive appointments and leadership reshuffles to governance strategy and corporate direction. Retail Sector reports on boardroom changes across major retail brands, supermarkets, and e-commerce operators, analysing how leadership decisions influence company performance, culture, and market positioning. Coverage includes director appointments, succession planning, governance best practices, and strategic decision-making at the highest levels. For retail professionals, these insights illuminate how leadership dynamics drive operational change, investor confidence, and long-term growth across the sector.
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Apr- 2022 -14 AprilDIY
Dunelm Q3 sales surge 69% despite โsignificantโ headwinds
Dunelm Group plc has reported its total sales surged 69% to ยฃ399m for the 13-week period ended 26 March 2022 (Q3) compared to ยฃ236.6m in FY21 with growth across all channels. The group said its growth was achieved despite โsignificantโ raw materials and freight cost increases, and ongoing supply chain…
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14 AprilNews
Sainsbury appoints new non-executive director
Sainsbury has announced that Jo Bertram will join the board as a non-executive director and member of the CR&S Committee following the annual general meeting on 7 July 2022. According to the retailer, Bertram is currently managing director, business and wholesale, at Virgin Media O2 and prior to this held…
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13 AprilClothing & Shoes
Ted Baker confirms Sycamore to take part in sales process
Ted Baker has confirmed that US private equity service firm Sycamore Partners is to take part in its formal sales process. In an official statement, the retailer said that as such, Sycamore is no longer required under Rule 2.6(a) of the Code to announce, โeither a firm intention to make…
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13 AprilNews
Aldi trials all-electric trailer to lower delivery fleet emissions
Aldi has announced it is trialling an all-electric refrigerated trailer to form part of its efforts to reduce lower carbon emissions in its lorry fleet. The trailer converts kinetic energy into electricity to power the on-board batteries as the wheels turn, meaning products are kept cool โ all while reducing…
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12 AprilLuxury Goods
Watches of Switzerland unveils leadership shakeup
The Watches of Switzerland Group PLC has announced the appointment of Chabi Nouri to the board as an independent non-executive director and a member of the company’s ESG Committee, effective from 1 May 2022. Prior to her new role, Nouri was president and chief executive officer (CEO) of Piaget, with…
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6 AprilClothing & Shoes
Skechers adds Cinedigm CCO to board of directors
Skechers has announced that Yolanda Macias has been appointed to its board of directors, bringing the total number of directors to eight. The Skechers board is now comprised of founder, chairman and CEO Robert Greenberg, president Michael Greenberg, chief operating officer David Weinberg, as well as independent members Katherine Blair,…
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5 AprilNews
Ted Baker launches formal sales process as bids increase
Ted Baker has announced it has officially launched a formal sales process after receiving a number of unsolicited offers from US Private equity firm Sycamore Partners. In this context, the company has agreed with the UK Takeover Panel that any discussions in relation to an offer for the company may…
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4 AprilSupermarkets
Ocado set to receive ยฃ190m from M&S amid joint venture success
Ocado is reportedly set to receive an estimated ยฃ190m after its food delivery joint venture with M&S is thought to have surpassed its current performance targets.ย According to This is Money, M&S is expected to confirm next month that its performance targets have been met, triggering the payment to Ocado…
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4 AprilNews
Kingfisher announces non-executive director
Kingfisher plc has announced the appointment of Bill Lennie as a non-executive director with effect from 1 May 2022. He will also be appointed as a member of the audit and nomination committees. Lennie was most recently executive vice president, outside sales and services at The Home Depot, retiring in…
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1 AprilPeople Moves
Dunelm appoints new chief financial officer
Dunelm Group plc has announced the appointment of Karen Witts as its new chief financial officer (CFO), who will join the board on 9 June 2022. In her new role, Witts succeeds Laura Carr who will step down from the board on 8 June. She joins from Compass Group plc…
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