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Our breadth and depth of experience across all consumer-facing sectors gives us the ability to offer a creative perspective on the strategic leaders of a business. We think businesses thrive on a diversity of experience and our unafraid to think bold. Clients of all types – be it listed, privately-owned or private equity-backed – of varying sizes trust us to deliver on critical CEO, Chairmen and Non-Executive roles. We are signatories of the UK search industry Voluntary Code of Conduct.
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I have known The MBS Group for many years. Before I joined Sainsbury’s they would approach me regularly about interesting job opportunities. During my time as CEO, MBS was an excellent partner, working with us to Make Sainsbury's Great Again. They have continued to do good work with the company since my departure too.
Latest MBS News & Intelligence
Co-op merger leadership confirmed. Central Co-op and Midcounties have confirmed the leadership for their merged society. Debbie Robinson (Central CEO) will be the new CEO, with Phil Ponsonby (Midcounties CEO) becoming CEO for integration. The merger will be completed in January 2026.
LVMH China head joins Pop Mart. Andrew Wu has been appointed a Non-Executive Director of Pop Mart, the maker of the highly successful Labubu collectibles. Andrew brings luxury and consumer insight to the Board, following the popular Labubu collaboration with LVMH’s Moynat brand.
Marc Cain names new CEO. Patric Spethmann is set to become the new CEO of the premium women’s fashion brand in June 2026. He succeeds founder Helmut Schlotterer, who will remain Chair. Patric joins from Marc O’Polo, bringing extensive industry and operational experience.