Kingfisher Announces Appointment of Ian McLeod as Non-Executive Director and Departure of Catherine Bradley CBE

2 min read | January 06, 2025 07:22 PM AEDT | By Team Kalkine Media

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Ian McLeod Joins the Board: Accomplished retail executive with over 40 years of global experience, Ian McLeod, will join Kingfisher’s Board as a Non-Executive Director on January 20, 2025.

Catherine Bradley Steps Down: Catherine Bradley CBE, Senior Independent Director, will step down after the 2025 AGM to focus on other commitments.

Leadership Transition: The Board acknowledges Catherine’s contributions, including her role in facilitating a smooth Chair succession in 2024.

Kingfisher plc (LSE:KGF) has announced the appointment of Ian McLeod as a Non-Executive Director, effective January 20, 2025. Ian brings a wealth of experience as a retail executive with over four decades of leadership across international markets. His most recent role was as Group Chief Executive at DFI Retail Group, where he managed operations across 13 Asian countries, overseeing more than 10,500 retail outlets.

Throughout his career, Ian has held prominent positions, including leadership roles at Asda and Halfords Group in the UK, and Walmart International. He also served as CEO of Coles Retail Group in Australia, where he played a significant role in transforming the company into one of the region's top retailers. Later, he led Southeastern Grocers in the United States as CEO before joining DFI Retail Group in Hong Kong in 2017.

A native of Scotland, Ian was honored with an Honorary Doctorate in 2010 for his contributions to business and retail. His vast expertise and proven leadership across diverse markets are expected to bring strategic insight and value to Kingfisher’s Board.

Catherine Bradley CBE to Depart
Catherine Bradley CBE, Senior Independent Director, has announced her decision not to seek re-election at the 2025 AGM, marking the conclusion of her four-year tenure with Kingfisher. Catherine has been a vital part of the Board, notably leading the Chair succession process in 2024 and fostering strong engagement between the Board and colleagues across the company.

Catherine’s decision to step down reflects her intention to reduce her governance responsibilities and focus on her other roles, including her position as Non-Executive Chair of Interactive Investor Limited. The Board has expressed its gratitude for Catherine’s invaluable contributions and leadership and wished her success in her future endeavors.

An announcement regarding the appointment of a new Senior Independent Director will follow in due course.

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