1st Apr 2008 09:00
DSG International PLC01 April 2008 DSG INTERNATIONAL PLC APPOINTS PATRICK MACDONALD AS CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER London, 1st April, 2008 - DSG international plc (DSGi), one of Europe's leadingspecialist electrical retailers, today announces the appointment of PatrickMacdonald as Chief Operating Officer with effect from 1st May 2008. Thisappointment significantly strengthens the senior management team at DSGi.Reporting directly to Chief Executive John Browett, Patrick will be tasked withdriving improvements across the Group's international operating model. His broadresponsibilities will include major change and process enhancement programmes,information systems and the supply chain. Patrick was previously Chief Executive of John Menzies plc where he led asubstantial improvement in profit and value growth over his four-year tenure. Hebrings with him a wealth of international experience from this and previousroles at General Electric, Boston Consulting Group and Unilever. Commenting on the appointment, DSGi Chief Executive John Browett said: "I am delighted that someone of Patrick's calibre is joining the team. There ismuch we can do to take DSGi forward, and we are changing the business to do so.Patrick's extensive experience will be very valuable in helping us achieve ourgoals." Patrick Macdonald said: "I am very excited to be joining DSGi at this time. The business faces somesignificant challenges, but with a strong brand and solid foundation, there ismuch to build on. I look forward to working with John Browett and the team inrealising the Group's potential." Enquiries: Contact InformationDSGiMark Webb 44 (0)1727 205019 [email protected] of Media Relations Brunswick:Laura Cummings/Jayne Rosefield 44 (0)207 404 5959 [email protected] Notes to Editors Patrick Macdonald CV • 2003 - 2007: John Menzies plc - Chief Executive • 1997 - 2002: General Electric - Vice President, GE Capital • 1993 - 1997: Boston Consulting Group - Manager • 1992: MBA Insead • 1985 - 1991: Unilever- Project Leader • 1981- 1984: Oriel College Oxford, BA Eng. This information is provided by RNS The company news service from the London Stock ExchangeRelated Shares:
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