Connect Group appoints Jon Bunting as permanent CEO

– UK, Swindon –  Connect Group PLC (LON: CNCT) today announced that Jonathan Bunting, Interim CEO, has been appointed to the role of CEO on a permanent basis effective from 1 July 2020.

In seven months as interim CEO, Jon has delivered all of the Group’s strategic priorities, including the strategic review and subsequent disposal of Tuffnells Parcels Express, leaving the Group to focus on its core strengths and expertise in newspaper and magazine distribution. Under Jon’s leadership, the Smiths News business has continued to deliver an essential service to retailers and communities across the UK throughout the Covid-19 pandemic.

Jonathan Bunting commented: “I’m delighted to be appointed CEO and am looking forward to focusing our efforts on Smiths News, free from any other distractions. Looking ahead, I’m fortunate to have a deeply experienced and capable team, backed by a business-wide commitment to service and efficiency. As we emerge from the current exceptional circumstances these qualities will be the core of our advantage in our drive to deliver shareholder value.”

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