Regis Schultz to be new JD Sports CEO – report
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Sky News said that the firm is “close to finalising the appointment of Regis Schultz as its new chief executive”. City sources told it that an official announcement could happen within days.
It would mean French national Schultz stepping into the role formerly filled by ex-company chief Peter Cowgill. He led JD
Schultz joins from Dubai retail business Al-Futtaim Group, but also held senior posts at British DIY retailer B&Q, as well as at France’s Monoprix
The depth of his experience underlines JD’s importance as a global retailer.