Ocado announces Gavin Patterson as Independent Non-Executive Director
Ocado Group (“Ocado”) has today announced the appointment of Gavin Patterson as an Independent Non-Executive Director with effect from 1 June 2024. Gavin will also be a member of the People Committee and the Remuneration Committee.
Gavin was previously at Salesforce Inc., predominantly in the role of President and Chief Revenue Officer, before stepping down in January 2023. Prior to joining Salesforce, he held multiple senior roles at BT Group plc, including Group Chief Executive Officer between 2013 and 2019. Gavin brings to the Ocado Board, considerable expertise leading large multinational organisations and highly relevant experience of the global marketplace for platform services.
"I am delighted to welcome Gavin to the Ocado Board. He brings valuable perspective and multinational leadership experience to our Board at an exciting time in Ocado's development." - Rick Haythornthwaite, Chairman of Ocado
"Gavin is a great addition to our Board. Over the past decade, we have evolved from being an innovative online grocer in the UK to a global technology business. At this important moment, Gavin's considerable experience at the helm of multinational B2B technology companies will be a valuable asset to our Board and leadership team." - Tim Steiner, CEO of Ocado Group
"I have long been a huge admirer of Ocado and am delighted to join its Board. Ocado is a true technology pioneer. It has developed and proven applications of AI and robotics that solve some of the most complex supply chain challenges in grocery and logistics. I look forward to working with the Board and the leadership team at this exciting time."- Gavin Patterson, Ocado Group Board
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