New chair revealed at Travis Perkins

The chief executive of London First is set to become the new chair of Northampton-based builders’ merchant Travis Perkins.

Jasmine Whitbread will take over from Stuart Chambers on March 31.

Pete Redfern, senior independent director of Travis Perkins, said: “On behalf of the Board I would like to thank Stuart for his outstanding leadership of the Board. Stuart has expertly guided the Board as it has shaped the Group’s strategy. He leaves Travis Perkins having ensured a strong, capable Board is in place with the skills and experience required to meet the future demands on the business.

“We are delighted to announce Jasmine’s appointment. Jasmine has over a decade of experience on the boards of large public companies for whom she has chaired key committees. She brings extensive leadership, third sector and commercial experience with exceptional strength in managing stakeholder relationships including with investors, governments, customers, partners and teams.”

Whitbread said: “I am honoured to have been selected as the next chair of Travis Perkins. I look forward to working with Nick and the board at an important time for the company and all its stakeholders. The business has proved resilient and highly relevant through the pandemic and I’m excited about its future.”