Dr. Martens Regulatory News (DOCS)

Dr. Martens plc

APPOINTMENT OF NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Dr. Martens plc ('the Company') today announces that, following a comprehensive search and selection process, Andrew Harrison will join the Board as an Independent Non-Executive Director with effect from 1 May 2023.

Andrew is a managing partner at consumer brand investment firm Freston Ventures and Senior Independent Director at Ocado Group plc, proprietor of the Ocado Smart Platform and joint owner of online grocer Ocado Retail Limited, where he is also chair of the Remuneration Committee and designated Non-Executive Director for engagement with the workforce. He built his executive career over more than two decades at Carphone Warehouse, where he served as Chief Executive and Chair. As a member of the early founding team, he drove the growth and international expansion of Carphone Warehouse from a small, privately owned retailer to established market leader and FTSE constituent, subsequently leading the merger of the business with Dixons in 2014, where he was Deputy Chief Executive.

Paul Mason, Chairman, said:

"I am delighted to welcome Andrew to the Dr. Martens Board. He brings a wealth of expertise of consumer facing and technology focused businesses and a highly entrepreneurial mindset. His significant prior experience as both a Chief Executive and Non-Executive Director of large, listed companies will bolster the Board and will be invaluable to the business as we embark on the next chapter of the Dr. Martens story."

On joining the Board, Andrew will also become a member of the Audit, Remuneration and Nomination Committees.

The Company confirms that there is no further information required to be disclosed pursuant to paragraph 9.6.13 of the UK Listing Rules.

About Dr. Martens

Dr. Martens is an iconic British brand founded in 1960 in Northamptonshire. Originally produced for workers looking for tough, durable boots, the brand was quickly adopted by diverse youth subcultures and associated musical movements. Dr. Martens has since transcended its working-class roots while still celebrating its proud heritage and, six decades later, "Docs" or "DMs" are worn by people around the world who use them as a symbol of empowerment and their own individual attitude. 

The Company listed successfully on the main market of the London Stock Exchange on 29 January 2021 (DOCS.L) and is a constituent of the FTSE 250 index.