– UK, Annesley – Pendragon PLC (LON: PDG) today announced the appointment of Ian Filby to its board of Directors as non-executive chairman, effective on 01 November 2021.
Concurrently, CEO Bill Berman will relinquish the role of executive chairman held on an interim basis.
“We are delighted to have a new chairman with such an extensive grounding in the retail sector and, most importantly, in digital retail. I look forward to welcoming Ian into our business and drawing on his wealth of experience as we continue to deliver on the strategic priorities we set out last year. ” said CEO, Bill Berman.
Ian will also chair the Nomination Committee and serve on the Remuneration Committee.
About Ian Filby
Ian Filby joins Pendragon following a 40-year career in retail, a large proportion of which was spent with Alliance Boots. In his last executive role, Ian was the chief executive officer of furniture retailer DFS, which significantly increased its market leadership in both online and physical stores during his tenure. Currently, Ian is the non-executive chairman of Joules PLC, the premium lifestyle brand.
Ian Filby said: “I am hugely excited to have the opportunity to chair Pendragon PLC, particularly as the strategy launched in September 2020 begins to have a significant impact on the Company’s growth and prospects as it is implemented. I believe that my extensive retail experience will be of significant benefit to the Company and the Board as I work with the leadership team to lead Pendragon through the next stage of its development”.
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