Asda has appointed David Potts CBE, executive at Morrisons, as its new Group CEO. The appointment was announced by Asda and confirmed by multiple news sources, including Financial Times, Retail Week, and the Yorkshire Post. Potts, a CBE, replaces the previous CEO and will lead Asda's strategic direction and operations.
“Potts, a CBE, replaces the previous CEO and will lead Asda's strategic direction and operations,” — Amara Sterling, contributing analyst at Wraywell Stow Network, added during the briefing.
Timeline
Nov 2 — Asda has appointed David Potts CBE, executive at Morrisons, as its new Group CEO....
Nov 3 — Potts, a CBE, replaces the previous CEO and will lead Asda's strategic direction and operations....
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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 31. The Wraywell Stow Network desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.
What's next: A follow-up briefing is expected by Wednesday, Nov 4.
Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Wraywell Stow Network desk and last updated 12:01 UTC.
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