MELBOURNE: Country Road has revealed the man who will step into former CEO Ian Moir's shoes.
The men's, women's and childrenswear retailer has appointed John Cheston as its new CEO and board director, effective from July 1 2010. Cheston's most recent role was as CEO of Singapore's largest listed retailer, Robinsons & Co Limited, in which he oversaw two Robinson's department stores, seven Little John department stores and six Marks & Spencer franchises.
Prior to his appointment at Robinsons & Co, Cheston worked for Marks & Spencer for 18 years, first in the UK and then in Hong Kong.
Country Road chairman Simon Susman welcomed Cheston's appointment.
“John Cheston has exceptional international retail and leadership experience and we are delighted to welcome him to the business,” Susman said.
Cheston's appointment follows the resignation of Moir in 2009. Cheston will replace Country Road's acting CEO, Glenn Gilzean.