26 Mar 2014 07:00
26 March 2014
Thomas Cook Group plc
Appointment of Non-Executive Director
Thomas Cook Group plc (the "Company") announces that Annet Aris will join the Board as an Independent Non-Executive Director with effect from 1 July 2014.
Annet is Adjunct Professor of Strategy at INSEAD, France, a position she has held since 2003, and before that was a partner of McKinsey & Company in Germany where, for a number of years, she was the only female partner and one of the leaders of its Transportation and later its Media practice.
Annet also holds various non-executive roles in Germany, the Netherlands and Finland, including at Jungheinrich AG, Kabel Deutschland, ASR Netherlands N.V., and Sanoma Group.
Frank Meysman, the Company's Chairman said:
"Following the ongoing progress with our Transformation, we are pleased to be able to attract such a high calibre Non-Executive Director to join our Board.
Annet has served at the highest levels at INSEAD and McKinsey for many years and has significant digital expertise, particularly in relation to the transition of businesses to online and the impact on company strategy and revenue modelling. Additionally, Annet has substantial non-executive Director experience, acquired with a wide range of European companies across a spread of sectors.
We recognise the benefits of diversity and with Annet's appointment the Board comprises four women and five men, of which four are based in the UK, three in Continental Europe, one in Turkey and one in the US, who have a broad range of skills and experience that are relevant to our business."
Annet Aris said:
"I am delighted to be joining the Board at an exciting time for the Company. Considerable progress has been made with the Transformation by the strong management team and there is significant potential for the future. I look forward to working with the Board as it continues to develop the Company's strategy and am pleased to support the continued success of such an iconic brand."
The above disclosures are made pursuant to paragraph 9.6.13R of the Listing Rules. There are no other disclosures to be made pursuant to paragraph 9.6.13R (1)-(6) of the Listing Rules.
Enquiries:
Derek Woodward (Group Company Secretary):
Tel: +44 (0)20 7557 6415
Jenny Peters (Group Head of Communications):
Tel: +44 (0) 7568 105144