– UK, Manchester – Co-operative Group Limited (LON: 42TF) today announced the appointment of Shirine Khoury-Haq as Group CEO.
“I’m delighted that Shirine has accepted the invitation to lead and develop our Co-op into the future, tackling the challenges presented by the highly uncertain and volatile external environment. Shirine has proven leadership qualities and a deep level of transformational experience, and the Board has been impressed by her desire to prioritise activity that will deliver a strong financial Co-op for our members, whilst maintaining a focus on our vision and wider social commitments,” said Board Chair, Allan Leighton.
Shirine Khoury-Haq commented; “I am proud and honoured to lead this wonderful and unique organisation. The Co-op is the original business with purpose and I look forward to delivering even more on this promise, working to co-operate for a fairer world. There is a lot to do but we also have much to build upon. Our Food and Life Services businesses are leaders in their markets, we have a differentiated vision and amazing Co-op colleagues, with links into communities and other co-operatives. Together, we will continue to succeed and deliver for the benefit of our members, our customers, and their communities.”
About Co-op
Co-op is one of the world’s largest consumer cooperatives with interests in food, funerals, insurance, and legal services. Owned by millions of UK consumers, the Co-op operates over 2,500 food stores, and over 800 funeral homes and provides products to over 5,000 other stores, including those run by independent co-operative societies and through its wholesale business, Nisa Retail Limited.
Employing almost 60,000 people, the Co-op has an annual turnover of over £ 11 billion and is a recognized leader for its social goals and community-led programs. The Co-op exists to meet members’ needs and stand up for the things they believe in.
For more information: https://www.coop.co.uk/
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