Board Appointment

RNS Number : 6728S

ScS Group PLC

10 July 2015

 

For Immediate Release                                                                                   10 July 2015

ScS Group plc ("the Company")

Board Appointment

ScS Group plc, one of the UK's largest retailers of upholstered furniture and floorings, announces that George Adams has been appointed as Non-Executive Director and chair of the Remuneration Committee with immediate effect.

George Adams has a strong commercial and management background, with over 30 years of international experience across Europe and Asia. George spent 16 years with Kingfisher plc, in roles which included CEO of Europe Development, Group Commercial Director and Commercial Managing Director for B&Q. During his tenure at B&Q George oversaw sales increasing from £1.9bn to £3.5bn. He has also held CEO positions at Spicers Group and Maxeda DIY Group and has both plc and private equity experience in the retail and consumer goods sector.

Alan Smith, Non-Executive Chairman, said:

"I am delighted to welcome George to the Board of ScS. George's strong retail and consumer goods background will be of great value, and I look forward to his contribution."

George Adams said:

"I am excited to be joining SCS at this time in their development, utilising my experience of retailing in many different markets."

There is no information to be disclosed pursuant to LR 9.6.13R in respect of George Adams. As at the date of this announcement, George has no beneficial interests in the ordinary shares of the Company.

Enquiries:

ScS Group PLC David Knight, Chief Executive Officer Ron Turnbull, Chief Financial Officer Alan Smith, Non-Executive Chairman	c/o Buchanan [phone]
Buchanan Mark Edwards / Gabriella Clinkard / Jane Glover	Tel: [phone] [e-mail]
Investec Garry Levin / David Flin / George Price / Symmie Swil	Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]

 

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