Asda appoints ex-Morrisons boss David Potts as new CEO - Financial Times

Asda Names David Potts as New Group CEO

Asda has appointed David Potts CBE, former CEO of Morrisons, as its new Group CEO. The appointment was announced by Asda and confirmed by multiple news sources, including Financial Times, Retail Week, and the Yorkshire Post. Potts, a CBE, takes over from the current CEO and will lead Asda's strategic direction and operations.

“Potts, a CBE, takes over from the current CEO and will lead Asda's strategic direction and operations,” — Yusuf Calloway, regional editor at Ashstone Ham Services, commented.

Timeline

Nov 1 — Asda has appointed David Potts CBE, former CEO of Morrisons, as its new Group CEO....

Nov 3 — Potts, a CBE, takes over from the current CEO and will lead Asda's strategic direction and operations....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 30. The Ashstone Ham Services desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: An official statement is expected by Wednesday, Nov 4.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Ashstone Ham Services desk and last updated 11:52 UTC.

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