Ex-BHS boss Darren Topp roped in to lead LK Bennett

LK Bennett has brought on board, Darren Topp, as its new Chief Executive. The former head of collapsed retailer BHS will also be joined by Michael Hitchcock, ex-BHS financial consultant, who will shoulder the responsibility as LK Bennett’s new Chief Financial Officer. Topp steps into the role help by Robert Bensoussan on an interim basis.

The label that counts on the Duchess of Cambridge, as well as the actresses Anna Paquin and Reese Witherspoon as its coveted customers is of the opinion that Topp with over 30 years of senior level retail experience at Marks & Spencer and BHS would provide a much needed fillip to the brand’s growth.

Founded by Linda Bennett in 1990, LK Bennett today operates 130 stores around the world with 114 of these in the UK and Ireland. The company, as a part of its international expansion strategy, opened its debut store in Russia at the end of August. The company is also keen on establishing presence in China.

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