Household goods group Swallowfield names new CEO

18th Jun 2013 11:27

AIM-listed cosmetics, toiletries and household goods group Swallowfield has appointed Chris How as Chief Executive Officer of the company, effective from July 15th 2013. How will succeed Ian Mackinnon, who will step down as Chief Executive Officer and a director of the company on July 15th, one month ahead of the date the company previously announced. The company said that he would remain available to help and assist to ensure an orderly handover is completed.How was previously Managing Director of PZ Cussons Australia and also held posts as General Manager of Colgate Palmolive Benelux as well as holding European and UK Sales Director positions within Colgate Palmolive. Martin Hagen, Interim Chairman of Swallowfield, said: "I am delighted to welcome Chris to the board as Chief Executive, he brings extensive skills and deep sector experience and we look forward to working together on the next chapter in the development of Swallowfield."Swallowfield's share price was up 1.90% to 80.50p at 11:37 on Tuesday.MF