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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Sep- 2021 -9 SeptemberHigh Street
Gear4music acquires AV online for ยฃ9.2m
Gear4music has announced that it has acquired AV Distribution Ltd, which is trading as AV Online, for an aggregate consideration of ยฃ9.2m. Separately, the group has also acquired the website domain name AV.com. The completion of the deal is dependent upon receiving approval from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) which…
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8 SeptemberClothing & Shoes
VF Corporation’s Veronica Wu departs board role
The VF Corporation has announced that Veronica Wu has decided to step down from her role on the companyโs board of directors, effective immediately.ย The company stated that โMs. Wuโs decision to step down from the board was not the result of any disagreement with VF on any matter relating…
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7 SeptemberSupermarkets
Morrisons battle set to be decided with auction
The bidding war between rival US private equity firms for the โBig Fourโ grocer Morrisons is reportedly set to be decided with an upcoming auction. According to the Mail, The Takeover Panel will begin talks with both Fortress and Clayton, Dublier and Rice (CD&R) and the Morrisons board as early…
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6 SeptemberHigh Street
New Look appoints new non-executive chairman
New Look has announced that Mike Coupe will succeed Alistair McGeorge as non-executive chairman of the company, effective 29 September 2021. McGeorge stepped down after returning to New Look as executive chairman in November 2017 to โbegin the Companyโs turnaround strategyโ. Coupe previously worked at J Sainsbury plc as CEO,…
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3 SeptemberClothing & Shoes
Tapestry adds Unilever president to board of directors
Tapestry, a global house of brands which includes Coach, Kate Spade New York and Stuart Weitzman, has announced that Hanneke Faber has been appointed to its board of directors.ย The appointment of Faber to the board brings the membership to eleven, including ten independent directors. Faber currently serves as president,…
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2 SeptemberPeople Moves
Next names Soumen Das as non-exec director
Next has announced the addition of Soumen Das to the groupโs board as an independent non-executive director. Effective as of 1 September, Dasโ appointment is set to strengthen the boardโs knowledge and experience of the UK property and capital markets. His sector expertise is intended to replace that of Francis…
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2 SeptemberPeople Moves
ACS announces new chair
The Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) has announced the appointment of Spar managing director Louise Hoste as its new chair. Hoste will take on the role from November, with independent retailer Ramesh Shingadia continuing in the role of vice chair. The ACS represents over 33,500 local shops, supporting members through…
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Aug- 2021 -26 AugustPeople Moves
Coca-Cola announces Herbert Allenโs director retirement
The Coca-Cola Company has announced that Herbert Allen has retired from his role as director after 39 years at the group. Allen had been the longest-serving current member of the groupโs board of directors until he stepped down on 18 August 2021. Following the departure of Allen, who is also…
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26 AugustLuxury Goods
Watches of Switzerland secures new CFO
Watches of Switzerland has announced the appointment of William Floydd as its newest CFO. He will succeed Anders Romberg who recently informed the board of his intention to retire after seven years in the role. Floydd will join the company from The Rank Group where he has held the role…
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26 AugustPeople Moves
New Frasers Group CEO up for ยฃ100m pay package
Michael Murray, who is set to become the CEO of Frasers Group following Mike Ashleyโs departure, is reportedly in line to receive ยฃ100m under a proposed pay package that will be linked directly to the group’s stock price performance. It comes as the group confirmed that Murray will also receive…
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