Director Appointment

ITV PLC

02 October 2023

 

ITV plc ("the Company")

Director Appointment

2 October 2023

The Company is pleased to announce that Dawn Allen has been appointed to the ITV plc Board as an independent Non-executive Director and a member of the Audit and Risk Committee with effect from today's date. 

Dawn is a commercial and highly strategic Chief Financial Officer who has held global roles in large scale businesses across consumer-related sectors. She was appointed Chief Financial Officer of Tate & Lyle PLC in May 2022, where she has been heavily involved in developing the global strategy, digital capabilities and processes.  Prior to this she was Global CFO & VP, Global Transformation at Mars where, during a 25-year career, she held a number of key senior financial roles in Europe and the US including Global Divisional CFO, Food, Drinks and Multi Sales and Regional CFO Wrigley Americas.

Andrew Cosslett, ITV's Chair, said: "Dawn has extensive financial, commercial and international experience which will further strengthen the diverse mix of expertise and experience on the ITV Board.  On behalf of the Board, I am delighted to welcome Dawn to ITV."

Dawn Allen commented: "This is a vital time in the media industry and an exciting moment to be joining ITV as it adapts to the changes in the business while maintaining its leadership position in production, broadcasting and streaming. I look forward to partnering with the Board and executive team as the company's strategic transformation continues to gain momentum."

In relation to Dawn's appointment, no information is required to be disclosed pursuant to Listing Rule 9.6.13R.

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