Electra Private Equity appoints Thomas Cook exec to new CFO role

(ShareCast News) - Electra Private Equity has appointed Gavin Manson to the new role of chief financial officer with effect from 8 August.The role will see Manson - currently finance director for Thomas Cook's tour operations and hotels and resorts division - support the board in relation to the review and put in place financial reporting and analysis systems and processes for the long term.Previously, Manson worked as group head of financial reporting at Thomas Cook. He has also held senior finance roles at Premier Farnell, Merck Group, Drambuie Group and Lees Group, and qualified as a Chartered Accountant with KPMG.Chairman Neil Johnson said: "This is an important new role and Gavin's extensive financial experience within public companies will enable him to make a significant contribution to our business both during and after the review period."