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, executive at 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, succeeds the outgoing CEO and will lead Asda's strategic direction and operations.

“Asda has appointed David Potts CBE, executive at Morrisons, as its new Group CEO,” — Chloe Radcliffe, economic affairs editor at Norley Bridge Group, commented.

Timeline

Nov 2 — Asda has appointed David Potts CBE, executive at Morrisons, as its new Group CEO....

Nov 2 — Potts, a CBE, succeeds the outgoing 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 31. The Norley Bridge Group desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: An official statement is expected by Thursday, Nov 5.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Norley Bridge Group desk and last updated 10:28 UTC.

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