Just Group appoints David Richardson as CEO

Was interim CEO

Tom Ellis
clock • 1 min read

Just Group has revealed its interim CEO David Richardson will take on the role on a permanent basis.

Richardson stepped into the role on an interim basis when former chief executive Rodney Cook stepped down back in April. The news follows the appointment of Andy Parsons CFO in June. Chairman Chris Gibson-Smith said: "The strength of our leadership team is a top priority for the board and, following a comprehensive external search, we are pleased to announce the appointment of David Richardson as our Group chief executive officer. "David's leadership is already transforming the Group, and making his interim CEO role permanent is a natural step for us to take. Together with Andy Parson...

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