Last checked at 12 Apr 2016 09:04
INCHCAPE PLC
Directorate change
Inchcape plc announces that Rachel Empey will be appointed as a Non-Executive Director with effect from 26 May 2016 and will join the Audit and Nominations Committees upon appointment.
Rachel is currently Chief Financial Officer of Telefónica Deutschland, the largest company listed on the TecDAX, and best known for their O2 brand. Rachel has been CFO since 2011, is also responsible for Strategy and Innovation and has a wide range of European telecommunications experience. Rachel has been with the global Telefónica Group since 2007 during which time she has held various senior management and finance roles in Europe. Rachel began her career with Ernst & Young and has also held positions with the Weir Group plc and Lucent Technologies. Rachel is a qualified chartered accountant.
Ken Hanna said:
"We are delighted that Rachel has agreed to join the Group as a Non-Executive Director. Her digital and financial experience will be of great benefit to us in delivering our new Group strategy and I welcome Rachel to the Board.
There is no additional information required to be disclosed pursuant to Listing Rule 9.6.13 relating to the appointment to the Board of Rachel Empey.
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Notes to editors
About Inchcape:
Inchcape is a leading global premium automotive group, operating in 26 markets with a portfolio of the world's leading car brands in the fast-growing luxury and premium segments. Inchcape has diversified multi-channel revenue streams including sale of new and used vehicles, parts, service, finance and insurance.
The Company has been listed on the London Stock Exchange since 1958, is headquartered in London and employs around 14,400 people.
www.inchcape.com