Jollyes, aiming to accelerate its growth strategy, has reinforced its executive team with key hires from top retailers like Tesco and Hobbycraft.
- Adam Dury joins Jollyes as its first chief operating officer, bringing extensive commercial experience from his roles at Card Factory and Tesco.
- Katherine Paterson leaves Hobbycraft to become Jollyes’ new chief marketing officer, enhancing the team with her marketing and ecommerce expertise.
- Anne Galloway is appointed trading director, transferring her extensive buying and merchandising experience from Tesco to Jollyes.
- Under its new ownership by TDR Capital, Jollyes is committed to attracting leading players in the industry to further its ambitious plans.
Jollyes, the pet retail chain, is reaffirming its commitment to growth by strengthening its leadership team with seasoned professionals from renowned retail companies. This strategic move is anticipated to support Jollyes in achieving its ambitious growth objectives.
Taking the helm as Jollyes’ first chief operating officer from January, Adam Dury transitions from his former role as chief commercial officer at Card Factory. Dury’s wealth of experience also includes significant stints at Tesco and Marks & Spencer, adding considerable depth to Jollyes’ leadership expertise. In addition to Dury, Richard Willan has bolstered the board since May as the chief financial officer, providing further financial acumen.
Katherine Paterson is set to enhance Jollyes’ marketing strategies as the new chief marketing officer. Coming from a long tenure at Hobbycraft, Paterson brings over a decade of marketing and ecommerce experience to the role. Her background with major retail entities like B&Q owner Kingfisher, Asda, and Mars equips her with the skills needed for Jollyes’ future marketing initiatives.
Further fortifying the team is Anne Galloway, who joined as trading director in September. Galloway’s career spans over two decades in buying and merchandising, primarily at Tesco. Her expertise will be instrumental in driving Jollyes’ trading and inventory strategies.
Matt Johnston also makes a significant addition to the team as the chief technology officer, arriving from Sainsbury’s where he led data science initiatives. His technical leadership is expected to play a crucial role in integrating advanced technologies into Jollyes’ operations.
This series of strategic appointments aligns with the vision of Jollyes’ chief executive officer, Joe Wykes, who values the infusion of talent from leading retail firms as a pathway to realising the company’s ambitious growth plans. Wykes highlights the importance of nurturing and supporting new talent to build successful careers within Jollyes, thereby ensuring the company remains competitive in attracting top industry players.
Jollyes is well-positioned for future growth with the addition of experienced leaders from prominent retailers enhancing its executive team.
