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Dr Martens names new non-exec chairman

British footwear brand Dr Martens has named former Asda and Matalan boss Paul Mason as its non-executive chairman to replace David Suddens, who has stepped down to “pursue other opportunities”. Mason is also currently chairman of Cath Kidston and Mayborn Group, and was until recently the non-executive chairman of New Look but he stepped down in...

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New Look names new chairman

South African investment group Brait has completed its acquisition of high street fashion chain New Look and installed its chief executive as non-executive chairman. Brait’s John Gnodde will be replacing Paul Mason, former chief executive of Asda and the current chairman of New Look, on the board. Gnodde will serve as New Look’s non-executive...

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New Look’s Paul Mason to step down following 2 billion pound deal

New Look’s chairman Paul Mason is set to exit his role at the high street retailer following its acquisition by South African private equity vehicle Brait earlier this month, in a deal which value the chain at close to 2 billion pounds. According to Sky News, the retail veteran, who is also the current chairman at Cath Kidtson, is set to leave...