Brand Architek. Regulatory News (BAR)

13 Oct 2008 10:13



Swallowfield Plc

Creating and Delivering Solutions for our Customers' Success

Announcement of Appointment of Non-Executive Director

Following its announcement on 11 September 2008 of its intention to hire a new non-executive Director, Swallowfield plc is pleased to announce the appointment of Patrick Gaynor (54) as an independent non-executive director with effect from today.

Patrick was a corporate law partner at the City law firm Freshfields for 16 years. He has extensive experience providing corporate advice to UK plc boards, investment banks, and private equity firms in the UK, Continental Europe, and Asia. In parallel he has been a director of, and an investor in, a number of companies which have successfully grown their businesses both organically and by acquisition allowing exits to be made at appropriate times in their development. Patrick will join the Audit, Remuneration and Nomination committees.

His Directorships in the last five years are as follows:

There are no other disclosures required in accordance with Schedule 2(g) of the AIM Rules.

Shena Winning, Non-executive Chairman, commented:

"We are delighted that Patrick will be joining the Swallowfield Board for the next stage of the company's development and growth. With his significant knowledge and experience in corporate advice we believe that he will have a great deal to contribute."

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Notes to Editors:

Swallowfield plc is a market leader in the development, formulation and supply of cosmetics, toiletries and related household products to the own label and branded sectors. We pride ourselves on being a customer orientated, innovative, flexible and responsive company and combine high quality, competitive products with strong customer service - developing close partnerships with our customers and an in depth knowledge of their requirements.