DukesHill appoints new non-executive chairman
He previously worked as a non-executive chairman of ManiliLife, Lucy’s Dressings, Hesper UK’s Skyr and Flower and White
DukesHill Ham Company has appointed Chris Dee, former director of food and home at Harrods and CEO of Booths, as its new non-executive chairman.
Dee brings three decades of food and drink retail, hospitality and FMCG experience, having specialised in the premium and luxury sectors.
Alongside his previous executive experience at Harrods and Booths, Dee has been a non-executive chairman of peanut butter brand ManiliLife, Lucy’s Dressings, Hesper UK’s Skyr and meringue producer Flower & White.
He has served in a board advisory capacity for brands Sacla UK, Pipers Crisps, Remeo Gelato and the vitamin water company Get More Vits, and has also raised finance and advised private equity firms.
Dee said: “I’m delighted to be joining DukesHill and working with the talented team there. It’s an exceptional brand with a growing reputation and an exciting time to be onboard as they look to expand the business.”
Mark Galleghar, chief executive of DukesHill, added: “We’re thrilled that Chris is joining DukesHill as its Non-Executive Chairman. He brings a wealth of experience and strategic insight to the role and we’re very much looking forward to working with him.”
