John was appointed Interim CEO in May 2024. Upon this appointment he ceased to be an Independent Director and has continued as an Executive Director of the Company. John has had an extensive retail career, including executive experience across sectors that span general merchandise, fashion apparel, FMCG, consumer electronics, telecommunications, hospitality and electricity retailing. His career has included 15 years with The Warehouse Group, starting as a joint-venture partner in 1990 and progressing through senior roles in operations, marketing, merchandise, international sourcing and business development. 

John has also held CEO roles with Noel Leeming and foodservice distributor Southern Hospitality.