Booker appoints Stewart Gilliland as non-executive chairman
Booker said on Wednesday that Stewart Gilliland will replace Richard Rose as non-executive chairman.
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As previously announced, Rose is stepping down at the conclusion of the AGM to be held on 8 July 2015.
Stewart joined the board of Booker in December 2010 and is an independent non-executive director. He is is currently senior independent director of Mitchells & Butlers and Vianet Group, and a non-executive director of C&C Group and Sutton and East Surrey Water.
Richard Rose said: “Stewart’s considerable experience in both the wholesale and retail sectors is invaluable. His appointment has my full support as well as that of the board and the senior executive team, and I wish him, Charles and the team well for continued success in the future.”
At 09:49, Booker shares were down 0.1% at 173.90p.