– UK, London – The Quarto Group Inc (LON: QRT) today announced the appointment of Polly Powell as Group CEO effective from 18 September 2020, taking over from C.K. Lau who remains an Executive Director. Polly was elected to the Board on 10 February 2020 with responsibility as CEO of the UK operations.
“I am delighted that Polly has agreed to take on the position of Group Chief Executive Officer. Polly has already made a significant contribution to Quarto since joining at the beginning of the year and I look forward to working closely with her as we continue to build on the successful turnaround of the business.” said Board Chairman, Andy Cumming.
Polly commented: “Since joining Quarto, I have come to truly appreciate the sheer scale and reach of its global sales – no other like-minded company can match it. Under Ken Fund and C.K., the Company has been rightly rewarded with its first Number 1 New York Times bestseller with This Book Is Anti-Racist and the relentless march of the Little People, Big Dreams series is a wonder to behold. I look forward to working with Ken and doing justice to the Board’s appointment of me as C.K.’s successor.”
About The Quarto Group
The Quarto Group creates a wide variety of books and intellectual property products, with a mission to inspire life’s experiences. Produced in many formats for adults, children and the whole family, our products are visually appealing, information-rich and stimulating.
The Group encompasses a diverse portfolio of imprints and businesses that are creatively independent and expert in developing long-lasting content across specific niches of interest.
Quarto sells and distributes its products globally in over 50 countries and 40 languages, through a variety of sales channels, partnerships and routes to market.
Quarto employs c.330 talented people in the US and the UK. The group was founded in London in 1976. It is domiciled in the US and listed on the London Stock Exchange.
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