Teema has announced the appointment of John Watkinson as its new non-executive chairman. 'John brings an incredible wealth of experience, energy and focus to the team, the members of which have expressed excitement about the journey ahead with him onboard,' Teema shares.
Teemo's UK team, from left to right: Jo Green, Rachael Petit, John Watkinson, Matt Christley, Oliver Hrubiak, Nick Green and Ben Greaves.
John's career spans multiple leadership roles across some of the UK's most well-known brands:
- Six years as CEO of Hamleys, the world-famous toy retailer.
- Three years as CEO of Jones the Bootmaker, leading the renowned shoe retailer.
- 15 years as Chairman of Vistage, the global leadership development organisation.
On top of all that, John founded and successfully ran his own retail business for 16 years, making him a seasoned leader in the retail industry with unparalleled insight and experience.
'John's leadership and expertise will be invaluable as Teemo continues to innovate and grow. His proven track record of driving businesses forward, combined with his unique perspectives, will help the company deliver on its mission of creating beautiful, original furniture for leading retailers worldwide.'
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