Long-standing Holland & Barrett CEO steps down
The chief executive of health food retailer Holland & Barrett has stepped down after ten years in the role.
Peter Aldis has left his position and the company has appointed Steve Carson as group managing director.
He will be the senior operating leader of Nuneaton-based Holland & Barrett, while John Walden will undertake expanded responsibilities as executive chairman.
Aldis has had a long and successful career at Holland & Barrett, spanning over 29 years.
The company said that although his departure is with immediate effect, he will remain an advisor to the management team.
Aldis said: “I am immensely proud of Holland & Barrett and of what we have achieved these past 10 years, most importantly helping our customers live a happier and healthier life. I am also pleased to be leaving the business in a strong position for the future and in the very capable hands of John Walden and Steve Carson who will take it on to the next level.”
Carson said: “I am absolutely delighted to have the opportunity to lead this great business as we further develop and deliver our strategic plan. I am convinced we have the opportunity to create something special in the global market for health and wellness and I am very much looking forward to exciting times ahead.”
Walden added: “On behalf of the board of directors, I would like to thank Peter Aldis for his strong leadership over 29 years with Holland & Barrett and in particular his last 10 years as CEO. He has made significant impact in shaping Holland & Barrett and the wider health and wellness sector, and leaves the business in position to achieve even further success in the future.”
