– UK, London – J Sainsbury plc (LON: SBRY) announced the appointments of Katie Bickerstaffe and Steve Hare to its Board as Non-Executive Directors following the AGM on 3 July 2025.
Katie Bickerstaffe will join the Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability Committee and the Nomination and Governance Committee, while Steve Hare will serve on the Audit and Nomination and Governance Committees.
Brian Cassin will not seek re-election at the AGM. The Board has appointed Board member Adrian Hennah to succeed him as Senior Independent Director with effect from 3 July.
About Katie Bickerstaffe
Katie Bickerstaffe is a highly regarded retail and consumer business leader, bringing strong perspectives on digital business models and transformation programmes. She has held numerous leadership positions, including as Co-CEO of M&S, Executive Chair and CEO Designate at SSE, and CEO, UK & Ireland at Dixons Carphone. She also held roles at Somerfield Stores group, Dyson, PepsiCo, and Unilever.
Katie Bickerstaffe is a Non-Executive Director of Aberdeen Group plc, Barratt Redrow plc, and a Non-Executive Director and Senior Independent Director of Diploma plc.
Katie Bickerstaffe said: “Retail is an incredibly competitive sector and Sainsbury’s has a long-standing reputation for delivering exceptional value and quality to its customers. I’m excited to join the Board and help Sainsbury’s to foster further innovation and excellence.”
About Steve Hare
Steve Hare is a very experienced leader of digital and tech businesses. He is currently CEO of The Sage Group plc and previously worked at Apax Partners as Operating Partner and Co-Head of the Portfolio Support Group. Prior to this, he built over 10 years’ experience leading the finance function for three listed UK companies, including as CFO of Invensys plc, Group Finance Director for Spectris plc and CFO at Marconi PLC.
Steve Hare said: “I am thrilled to be joining the Sainsbury’s board at a very important time for the business. The Next Level Sainsbury’s strategy is an exciting vision for the future, and I look forward to working with the Board and leadership team to continue creating value for shareholders.”
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