McBride appoints Chris Smith as CEO

– UK, London –  McBride plc (LON: MCB), the leading European manufacturer and supplier of Contract Manufactured and Private Label products for the domestic Household and professional cleaning and hygiene markets, today announced the appointment of Chris Smith as CEO effective today.

Chris joined the Group in 2015 as CFO.

Ludwig de Mot, who was appointed CEO on 1 November 2019, has left the Group with immediate effect. We are grateful for his contribution to McBride and wish him well in his future endeavours.

“I am delighted that Chris has accepted the role as the Group’s new CEO. Over the five years Chris has been with McBride, he has demonstrated his strong international leadership capabilities in multi-site and multi-country organisations. Chris has always been dedicated and passionate about the business and the Board believe his determination and enthusiasm make him the best person to lead the Company through its strategy review and beyond.” said Board Chairman, Jeff Nodland.

Chris Smith said: “I look forward to working with the Board and the wider team at McBride as CEO to complete our strategy review and take the business forward as we implement our plans. I firmly believe in our ability to create sustained value for our shareholders as we continue to evolve and adapt this business for the future.”

For more information: https://www.mcbride.co.uk

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