WH Smith PLC Directorate Change (5800Q)
28 October 2021 - 08:13PM
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RNS Number : 5800Q
WH Smith PLC
28 October 2021
28 October 2021
WH Smith PLC
BOARD CHANGES
WH Smith PLC today announces the appointment of Marion Sears to
the WH Smith Board and the retirement of Annemarie Durbin
WH Smith today announces the appointment of Marion Sears as a
Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Remuneration Committee with
effect from 1 February 2022 and that, in accordance with the
Company's Board succession plan, Annemarie Durbin will step down as
a Non-Executive Director after serving on the Board for 9 years
following the Company's Annual General meeting in January 2022.
Marion joins the Board of WH Smith with financial and retail
expertise. Marion had a career in the City as an analyst and
subsequently in investment banking and international M&A.
Marion has extensive board experience as she has served on a number
of private and public company boards as a Non-Executive Director.
Marion is currently a Non-Executive Director at Dunelm Group PLC,
Fidelity European Trust PLC, Aberdeen New Dawn Investment Trust PLC
and Keywords Studios PLC.
Other than as set out in this announcement there are no further
disclosures required in respect of Marion Sears under paragraph
9.6.13 of the Listing Rules.
WH Smith Chairman, Henry Staunton, commented:
"We are delighted to welcome Marion on to the Board of WH Smith.
With her extensive Board and Remuneration Committee experience,
Marion will be a valuable member of the Board and an excellent
appointment as Chair of the Remuneration Committee.
"I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Annemarie
for her valuable contribution to the Group. She leaves with our
thanks and good wishes for the future.
Enquiries:
WH Smith PLC
Mark Boyle Investor Relations 07879 897687
Brunswick
Tim Danaher 020 7404 5959
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