Debenhams plc Directorate Change (2035P)

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Debenhams plc

15 November 2016

 
Appointment of Non-Executive Director 
 
 15 November 2016 
 
                                             DEBENHAMS PLC 
 
 
 
                                           BOARD APPOINTMENT 
 
 
       Debenhams plc is pleased to announce the appointment of Nicky Kinnaird as a non-executive 
                               director . She will join the board today. 
                          Sir Ian Cheshire, Chairman of Debenhams, commented: 
      "We are very pleased that Nicky is joining the board. She brings a wealth of experience and 
    understanding in brand development and the global beauty industry. Her knowledge and expertise 
  will be invaluable as Debenhams embarks on the next stage of its development under new leadership." 
                                         Nicky Kinnaird said: 
      "I am delighted to be joining Debenhams' board at this exciting stage for the business. It 
   is a retailer with a fantastic heritage and a leading position in the beauty and fashion sectors 
                       and I look forward to being part of its future success." 
         There is no information to disclose under LR 9.6.13R pertaining to this appointment. 
                                         About Nicky Kinnaird 
   Nicky Kinnaird founded speciality beauty retailer Space NK and following the sale of the business 
    consults for an international roster of clients in the beauty, wellness and lifestyle sectors. 
 
 
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                                               Enquiries 
 
                                        Analysts and Investors 
 
                                             Debenhams plc 
                                     Katharine Wynne 020 3549 6304 
 
                                                 Media 
 
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                                           Notes to editors 
     Debenhams is a leading international, multi-channel brand with a proud British heritage which 
       trades out of around 250 stores across 27 countries, and is available online in more than 
       60 countries. Debenhams gives its customers around the world a unique, differentiated and 
                  exclusive mix of own brands, international brands and concessions. 
       In the UK, Debenhams has a top three market position in womenswear and menswear and a top 
       ten share in childrenswear. It holds the number two market position in premium health and 
                                                beauty. 
   Debenhams has been investing in British design for over 20 years through its exclusive Designers 
      at Debenhams portfolio of brands. Current designers include Abigail Ahern, Ted Baker, Jeff 
    Banks, Jasper Conran, FrostFrench, Patrick Grant, Henry Holland, Ben de Lisi, Todd Lynn, Julien 
       Macdonald, Savannah Miller, Jenny Packham, Stephen Jones, Giles Deacon, Aliza Reger, John 
                    Rocha, Ashley Thomas, Eric Van Peterson and Matthew Williamson. 
 
 

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