– UK, Cumbernauld – A.G. BARR plc (LON: BAG), the branded drinks group, today announced the appointment of Mark Allen OBE to its Board as an Independent Non-Executive Director and Chairman designate with effect from 1 July 2021, succeeding John Nicolson who will step down from the Board before the next AGM in May 2022.
The Company also announced the appointment of Zoe Howorth to the Board as a Non-Executive Director, with effect from 1 July 2021. Zoe will Chair the Environmental, Social, and Governance Committee.
“I am delighted that both Mark and Zoe will be joining our Board, both of whom bring a wealth of highly relevant experience and I look forward to welcoming them at this exciting time for AG Barr,” said Board Chairman, John Nicolson.
Pam Powell will stand down from the Board at the end of June 2021 as part of the long-term Board succession plan.
John Nicolson commented: “I would personally like to thank Pam Powell for her valuable contribution over the past eight years in helping to shape the direction and performance of the business.”
About Mark Allen
Mark is a highly experienced director and board member with a long and successful career across multiple sectors.
Mark’s early career in the police force sparked an interest in law and, after completing a law degree, he subsequently held a variety of corporate roles, initially with Shell Group and lately with Dairy Crest Group p.l.c. where he was CEO from 2007 to 2019, before the business being acquired by Saputo. In addition, Mark has held Non-Executive roles at Howden Joinery Group p.l.c., Dairy UK and Warburtons, as well as Norcros p.l.c. where he was Chair from July 2020 until April 2021. He is currently the Non-Executive Chairman of Halo Foods Ltd.
Mark brings a deep understanding of consumer goods to the Board, as well as significant public company experience, all of which will be important as A.G. Barr continues to execute its strategy and growth plans.
About Zoe Howorth
An economics graduate, Zoe has had a successful career spanning a range of roles at Procter & Gamble, United Biscuits, and The Coca-Cola Company, where she spent 16 years, culminating in her role as UK Marketing Director from 2010 – 2013. Zoe has also held several Non-Executive Director roles with private companies and is currently a Non-Executive Director at Water Babies International. Zoe brings extensive FMCG experience, specifically across the food and beverage sector, as well as consumer brand marketing expertise and direct-to-consumer digital capabilities.
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