Last updated 22/01/2010
The Board of Wm Morrison Supermarkets PLC today announces the appointment of Johanna Waterous as a Non Executive Director of the Group. Johanna will take up her new position on 1 February 2010.
Johanna is currently a Non Executive Director of RSA Group Plc and Sandpiper CI, as well as being an Operating Partner of Global Leisure Partners. Her previous experience includes 22 years with McKinsey & Co, London, ultimately as Co-Leader of the firm’s Global Marketing and Sales Practice. Johanna is a Non Executive Director of the Kew Foundation and of Royal Horticultural Society Enterprises and a Trustee of English National Opera. Between 1998 and 2006, Johanna was Chairman of Tate Enterprises.
Sir Ian Gibson, Non Executive Chairman of Morrisons, said: “I am pleased to welcome Johanna to the Morrisons Board. Her all round business experience and particular expertise in the retail field will contribute further to our strong senior team.”
Johanna Waterous said: "I am looking forward to working with the great team at Morrisons, and to returning to the fast-paced world of UK grocery retailing.”
In relation to the appointment, it is confirmed that there are no further details to be disclosed under paragraphs 9.6.13 (1) to (6) of the Listing Rules.