8 September 2014
Domino's Pizza Group plc
Appointment of Kevin Higgins as Non-Executive Director
Domino's Pizza Group plc ("Domino's" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the appointment of Kevin Higgins as Non-Executive Director of the Company with immediate effect.
Kevin's career spans more than 20 years in the consumer foods industry in Europe and the United States. He has worked for Pepsico Restaurants in London and for M&M/ Mars Inc. in the UK and the U.S. Most recently Kevin served as President of Burger King Holdings Inc. Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) between August 2009 and October 2010.
Prior to his role with Burger King, Kevin served as General Manager of Yum! Brands (Pizza Hut, KFC & Taco Bell) Europe and Russia Franchise Business Unit in Geneva, Switzerland where he led a multifunctional and multinational management team. Previously, he held a variety of leadership positions at Yum! in their UK office including in the areas of development, franchisee development, supply chain management and finance.
Stephen Hemsley, Chairman of Domino's, commented:
"I am delighted to welcome Kevin to Domino's as a Non-Executive Director. Kevin's wealth of experience from both within and beyond the consumer foods industry will make him a valuable addition to the Board. I look forward to working with him as Domino's continues to develop and execute its strategy for growth."
The above disclosure is made pursuant to Listing Rule 9.6.13R, and the Company confirms that no further information is required to be disclosed pursuant to L.R. 9.6.13R.
For further information, please contact:
Paul Waters - Company Secretary 01908 580746
Sarah McGhie - Media Enquiries 01908 580654