PZ Cussons Names New Chair

The Board of PZ Cussons appointed Caroline Silver as non-executive chair of the company. This will be effective from  Jan. 1, 2017 following the retirement of Richard Harvey. 
She was appointed as a non-executive director of the company in April 2014. She is presently senior independent director and chair of the audit and risk committee. She is managing director at Moelis & Co, the global investment bank. A chartered accountant, she has worked within the investment banking sector for over 25 years and has a wealth of international experience, including substantial exposure to a number of African markets.   

Richard Harvey, Chairman of PZ Cussons said: “I am delighted that Caroline has agreed to succeed me. She has exceptional business credentials and has contributed greatly to the Company in her role as a Non-executive Director. This continuity and her strategic vision and leadership skills will serve the company well.”

“The Board of PZ Cussons wishes to extend its gratitude to Richard for his enormous contribution to the success of the Company. I am excited to be taking on this new role and look forward to working with the management team to deliver the next phase of the company’s growth,” said Silver.
 
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