Vice-Chancellor and CEO of Regent’s University London Professor Geoff Smith says: ‘I’m thrilled that John is joining us at this pivotal point in our journey as a university. He brings with him a wealth of experience as a transformational technology leader, and he is passionate about the support and wellbeing of those around him.”
“What’s more, John is a well connected leader in the IT and fashion communities and has worked as a volunteer with the British Fashion Council giving operational support and mentoring to small UK fashion companies. John gets our purpose and our ambition, and I know he’ll make a massive impact on our progress across all fronts.”
Charlotte Baldwin
Burberry recently announced the appointment of Charlotte Baldwin as Chief Information Officer.
Baldwin, who joined from Costa Coffee (where she held the role of Global Chief Digital & Information Officer) at the end of March, will be responsible for leading its global technology team. She will be part the executive committee and will report to Burberry Chief Executive Officer Joshua Schulman.
Schulman commented: “Charlotte is a highly experienced technology and digital leader with a track record of leading large scale digital transformation. I am delighted that she will be joining our leadership team and look forward to working with her to advance our technological capabilities and drive our strategy forward.”
Baldwin said: “Whilst I am sad to say goodbye to my team and colleagues at Costa, the time has come for a new chapter. I am thrilled to be joining Burberry as CIO, helping to drive the company’s strategy forward.”