JD names Kath Smith as new senior independent director
Previously interim chair of the remuneration committee, Smith now steps down from this role as a result of the new appointments.
JD Sports Fashion Plc, retailer of sports, fashion and outdoor brands, has announced that Kath Smith has been appointed as the senior independent director and chair of the nominations committee.
Smith joined the board in May 2019 bringing “substantial” experience of working with world leading brands, particularly those in the sports sector, including The North Face, Adidas and Gym King.
She was also previously interim chair of the remuneration committee but, as a result of these new appointments, has now stepped down from this role.
According to the retailer, Bert Hoyt takes over as interim chair of the remuneration committee until such time as a permanent chair is appointed. The board confirms that it is making “good” progress in this regard.
