AO appoints Pret’s Sarah Venning as non-executive director
Appliance retailer AO World has appointed Sarah Venning as a non-executive director with immediate effect.
Venning is currently working as global chief digital officer at Pret A Manger where she is leading the company’s digital and technological transformation.
Possessing over 20 years’ experience in digital and IT across the retail, hospitality and transport sectors, her previous roles include director level positions for IT strategy and planning at the John Lewis Partnership and BAA.
Geoff Cooper, chairman of AO, said “We are delighted to welcome Sarah as a non-executive director. Sarah’s skill set and experience in digital transformation and information technology, combined with her passion for excellent customer service will be of great benefit to the board and AO as we focus on our UK strategy. “