New chair for PZ Cussons

MANCHESTER-based consumer products company PZ Cussons has appointed Caroline Silver to succeed Richard Harvey as its non-executive chair.

The appointment is effective from January 1 2017, following Harvey’s retirement.
Silver was appointed as a non-executive director of the company in April 2014. She is currently senior independent director and chair of the audit and risk Committee.

She is managing director at Moelis & Co, the global investment bank. A chartered accountant, she has worked within the investment banking sector for over 25 years and has a wealth of international experience, including substantial exposure to a number of African markets.
   
Harvey said: “I am delighted that Caroline has agreed to succeed me. She has exceptional business credentials and has contributed greatly to the Company in her role as a non-executive director.

“This continuity and her strategic vision and leadership skills will serve the Company well.”

Silver said: “The board of PZ Cussons wishes to extend its gratitude to Richard for his enormous contribution to the success of the company.

“I am excited to be taking on this new role and look forward to working with the management team to deliver the next phase of the Company’s growth.”