Jollyes is enhancing its leadership team to drive growth.
- Adam Dury joins as Chief Operating Officer from Card Factory.
- Katherine Paterson is the new Chief Marketing Officer from Hobbycraft.
- Anne Galloway takes on the role of Trading Director.
- Matt Johnston appointed as Chief Technology Officer from Sainsbury’s.
Jollyes, a leading pet retailer, is fortifying its executive team with strategic hires aimed at accelerating its growth trajectory. These appointments showcase a significant expansion in its leadership capabilities, enhancing strategic and operational functions in key areas.
Adam Dury, previously serving as the Chief Commercial Officer at Card Factory, has been appointed as Jollyes’ first Chief Operating Officer. This role becomes effective in January and marks a strategic step in operational leadership as Dury also brings experience from Tesco and M&S, further elevating Jollyes’ executive potential.
Katherine Paterson has been recruited as the Chief Marketing Officer, effective next month. Bringing 12 years of experience from Hobbycraft and additional expertise from Kingfisher, Asda, and Mars, Paterson is expected to spearhead Jollyes’ market positioning and customer engagement strategies.
Anne Galloway, appointed as the Trading Director in September, brings a wealth of experience from a two-decade career in buying and merchandising at Tesco. This move is intended to strengthen Jollyes’ trading operations and market presence. Her appointment reflects Jollyes’ commitment to acquiring seasoned professionals to advance its business objectives.
From Sainsbury’s, Matt Johnston assumes the role of Chief Technology Officer, specifically focusing on data science. His expertise in this area is anticipated to bolster Jollyes’ technological and data-driven strategies, setting the foundation for tech-enhanced operational approaches in the coming years.
These strategic hires are part of a broader vision under Jollyes’ private equity majority owner, TDR Capital, which acquired a significant stake in February. This ownership transition is pivotal in facilitating Jollyes’ ambitious growth and transformation plans, aiming to attract top talent.
Jollyes’ executive team expansion underscores its commitment to growth and operational excellence, positioning itself for continued success in the pet retail industry.
