Ocado Group has named Adam Warby, the chair of executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles, as its new chair.
Warby will join as an independent non-executive director at the business from 1 November, before assuming his role of chair on 1 December.
He will take over from current chair Richard Haythornthwaite, who stepped into the role in January 2021. Haythornthwaite is stepping down due to his “increasing commitment” as chair of NatWest Group.
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Warby, who is also a senior advisor to private equity giant KKR and was previously CEO emeritus of management consulting company Avanade, will also serve as a member of the online grocer’s people committee on joining the board.
He said: “It is a huge honour to join the Ocado board as chair designate. Ocado is a unique and innovative business, and a tremendous success story for the UK.
“I’m excited about the opportunities ahead, working with a visionary leadership team, an experienced board, and the many talented colleagues across Ocado to grow the business and create greater value for our shareholders.”
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