Greene King CFO takes medical leave of absence

10th Apr 2014 07:25

Pubs group Greene King has announced that its Chief Financial Officer Matthew Fearn has taken a temporary leave of absence to undergo urgent medical treatment.Fearn joined Greene King in September 2011, having previously worked at Brakes group, De Vere Group and Whitbread."Our thoughts are with Matthew and his family. The board and I wish him all the very best and a speedy recovery. We will do all we can to support Matthew and his family during this very challenging time," said Chief Executive Rooney Anand.In Fearn's absence Corporate Finance Director David Brown will assume his responsibilities. "In the meantime, Matthew's responsibilities will be transferred to David's capable hands and he will enjoy the full backing and support of a very experienced and capable finance team and the executive team back at base," Anand said.Brown will not join the board but will attend all board meetings until Fearn's return.BC