Marks Electrical chair Marnie Millard is stepping down from her role at the end of December.
Millard is due to depart on 31 December, and will be succeeded by Darren Bowkett, who will assume the role of chair and join the Board on 2 January 2026.
Millard joined the electricals retailer in 2021 as part of the IPO.
Bowkett worked for building materials manufacturer Ibstock Group for more than 40 years, most recently serving as strategic projects director at Ibstock Brick.
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Marks Electrical CEO Mark Smithson said: “Marnie joined the board in 2021 as part of the IPO and has been an integral part of the team, helping the business to deliver on its strategic plans as we’ve expanded over recent years.
“Marnie has been a great help guiding the company, the other directors and me over the last four years. We are all very grateful for her efforts throughout her tenure and wish her well for the future.”
“We are excited to welcome Darren with his operational expertise and look forward to welcoming him to the team in the new year.”
Millard added: “I have enjoyed working with Mark and the team since the listing on AIM in 2021, supporting the business as we transitioned from a successful family-owned business to a publicly traded company.
“After over four years in the role, it is now the right time for me to hand over the role to Darren, who will oversee the next phase of the business’ progress.”
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