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Sports Direct names new chief financial officer
21 July, 2017 | by Retail Bulletin
Sports Direct has appointed Jon Kempster as its chief financial officer.
Due to join the company on 11 September, Kempster was group finance director of UK logistics and distribution group Wincanton until 2012.
Prior to Wincanton, he was group finance director of industrial group Delta and also held finance director roles at Low & Bonar, Linden Homes and Fii Group. He is also a non-executive director of JMV Group and Redcentric.
Keith Hellawell, chairman of Sports Direct, said: “We look forward to welcoming Jon to Sports Direct. His breadth of experience and proven track record will be a significant asset to the company.”
