Nick Wilkinson, the Chief Executive of Dunelm Group, has announced his decision to retire after seven years in charge. Wilkinson will continue in his role until a successor is appointed. The company is set to begin a search for a new CEO, considering both internal and external candidates.
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Dunelm Chair Alison Brittain praised Wilkinson's leadership, stating, 'Nick has been a tremendous leader for Dunelm. He has successfully guided the group through a global pandemic, driven a step-change in the digital offer, established strategic capabilities across the business including in tech and data, and maintained the unique, entrepreneurial culture which makes Dunelm so special.' She further confirmed Wilkinson would stay on through the transition, focusing on delivering long-term growth for the company.
Nick Wilkinson, the outgoing CEO of Dunelm Group. Photo: LinkedIn.
Wilkinson expressed that the decision to step down felt like the right time, commenting, 'There is a lot of magic in this business, from its market stall heritage to its unique business model, but the real power is in the quality of my colleagues and it is fantastic to work with such an incredible group of people who support each other so well.'
The announcement of Wilkinson's retirement coincided with the release of Dunelm's interim results. The retailer, which operates around 200 stores, is preparing for its leadership transition as it continues to focus on sustainable growth.
Source: www.thefurnishingreport.com