Asda appoints ex-Morrisons boss David Potts as new CEO - Financial Times

Asda Names David Potts as New Group CEO

Asda has appointed David Potts CBE, former CEO of Morrisons, as its new Group CEO. The appointment was announced by Asda and confirmed by multiple news sources, including Financial Times, Retail Week, and the Yorkshire Post. Potts, a CBE, replaces the previous CEO and will lead Asda's strategic direction and operations.

“Potts, a CBE, replaces the previous CEO and will lead Asda's strategic direction and operations,” — Farah Vance, research director at Shipcroft Worth Services, observed.

Timeline

Oct 31 — Asda has appointed David Potts CBE, former CEO of Morrisons, as its new Group CEO....

Nov 2 — Potts, a CBE, replaces the previous CEO and will lead Asda's strategic direction and operations....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 1. The Shipcroft Worth Services desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A follow-up briefing is expected by Saturday, Nov 7.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Shipcroft Worth Services desk and last updated 11:02 UTC.

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