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River Island names former The White Company boss as CEO


River Island names former The White Company boss as CEO

River Island has appointed former boss of The White Company and Wiggle,
Will Kernan, as its new CEO, effective 30 September.

Kernan will be taking over from current CEO Ben Lewis, the nephew of
founder Bernard Lewis, who has led the company for the past nine years.
Lewis will stay on as non-executive director of the company.

Kernan has previously worked as chief executive of fashion and lifestyle
brand the White Company and as group CEO of online sports retailer and bike
specialist Wiggle. He also spent 13 years working at British high street
retailer New Look, where his most recent position was chief operating
officer.

Commenting on the news in a statement, Lewis said: “I have had the
enormous pleasure of leading River Island for nearly a decade. During this
time the company has evolved, expanding into new product categories and
building a strong and successful digital presence, and River Island remains
a highly desirable and iconic brand.

“With a passionate and experienced management team, and guided by Will’s
leadership, I am confident the business will remain in very capable
hands.”

Kernan added: “River Island is a British fashion stalwart, which
continues to thrive
in the fast-paced, multi-channel, retail environment. I have long admired
the company and
look forward to working with the talented and dedicated team to drive
future progress.”

Photo credit: River Island, Facebook



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