DFS has appointed Bruce Marsh, former CFO of Curry's, as an independent non-executive director starting August 1st. Bruce Marsh will also assume roles in DFS's audit, remuneration, and nomination committees. Chairman Steve Johnson welcomed Bruce's appointment, emphasising his extensive retail experience and financial leadership at Curry's, which aligns closely with DFS's strategic goals. Bruce's background includes senior positions at Tesco, Kingfisher, and Dixons Retail, highlighting his deep expertise in the retail sector.
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Concurrently, DFS announced the departure of Loraine Martins, an independent non-executive director, effective July 31st. Steve Johnson expressed appreciation for Loraine's contributions, particularly in advancing equality, diversity, and inclusivity within DFS's corporate framework, and wished her success in future endeavours.
These changes underscore DFS's commitment to fortifying its board with strategic acumen while honoring the contributions of outgoing directors to the company's governance and strategic direction.
Source: www.furniturenews.net