Former House of Fraser CEO Nigel Oddy has been named chief executive of West Country based homewares retailer The Range and will commence in his new role from May 1st. As previously reported The Range is planning to develop a multi-million pound HQ and superstore in Plymouth as well as a large scale distribution centre in Avonmouth. Oddy’s appointment comes as The Range is poised to expand its chain of 137 stores and grow its eCommerce volumes.
Founder Chris Dawson who has famously grown the business from a single market stall is expected to take the role of executive chairman. He commented “The appointment of Nigel really takes us to the next level and allows us to continue with our planned projects at high speed. He has an extensive retail background and I am confident that he will fit in very well with the current team.”
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