Shoe Zone PLC Appointment of Non-Executive Director (9499B)
June 22 2016 - 4:17AM
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Shoe Zone PLC
22 June 2016
22 June 2016
Shoe Zone PLC
("Shoe Zone" or the "Company")
Appointment of Non-Executive Director
Shoe Zone PLC, a leading UK specialist value footwear retailer,
today announces the appointment of Malcolm Collins as a
Non-Executive Director with immediate effect.
Malcolm has extensive experience in retail, most recently as
Group Buying and Design Director for footwear and accessories at
New Look. Malcolm oversaw the group's GBP550m footwear division
which he and his team grew from a zero base to market leaders,
representing 30% of group turnover. In this role, Malcolm developed
a worldwide supply base, sourcing product from China, Cambodia,
Vietnam and Europe, and was responsible for range planning. Prior
to Malcolm's 16 years at New Look, he spent 23 years at the
international retailer, wholesaler and manufacturer, Clarks Shoes.
Malcolm worked in a number of roles during his career at Clarks,
including 13 years as Womens Footwear Buyer.
Anthony Smith, Executive Chairman of Shoe Zone, commented:
"I am pleased that Malcolm has agreed to join the Board of Shoe
Zone as a Non-Executive Director. His industry knowledge and buying
expertise, having spent 16 years at New Look and 23 years at Clarks
Shoes, will be invaluable to the Board as we continue to grow our
footwear range through shoezone.com and our Big Box concept."
In relation to the appointment of Malcolm James Collins to the
Board of Directors, Shoe Zone confirms that there is nothing
further to disclose in relation to his appointment under AIM Rule
17 or Schedule Two, paragraph (g) of the AIM Rules for Companies,
save as required and disclosed in this announcement:
Full name: Malcolm James Collins
Age: 60 years old
Current directorships: Malcolm Collins Consultant Limited
Directorships in None to disclose
the last 5 years:
Malcolm Collins holds no Ordinary Shares in the Company.
For further information, please contact:
Shoe Zone plc Tel: +44 (0) 116
222 3000
Anthony Smith (Executive
Chairman)
Nick Davis (Chief Executive)
Numis Securities (Nominated Tel: +44 (0) 20
Advisor and Broker) 7260 1000
Oliver Cardigan
Mark Lander
FTI Consulting (Financial Tel: +44 (0) 20
PR) 3727 1000
Jonathon Brill
Alex Beagley
Eleanor Purdon
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