Mark Wright, ex-COO of FatFace, takes over as interim CEO of JoJo Maman Bébé, following the departure of Gwynn Milligan.
- Milligan had a noteworthy tenure, initially joining as Commercial Director in 2017 and later becoming CEO in 2022.
- Wright announced his departure from FatFace earlier this year, planning a break before taking up the new role.
- Wright has expressed gratitude for his time at FatFace and looks forward to his new leadership role.
- The transition marks a significant leadership shift for JoJo Maman Bébé as it navigates future opportunities.
Mark Wright has been appointed as the interim Chief Executive Officer of JoJo Maman Bébé. Previously serving as the Chief Operating Officer at FatFace, Wright steps into this new role during a period of transition for the company. His appointment comes as Gwynn Milligan steps down from her position as CEO at the end of October.
Gwynn Milligan has been a significant figure at JoJo Maman Bébé since 2017. She commenced her journey with the company as its Commercial Director, showing an impressive trajectory that led to her appointment as CEO in April 2022. Her departure marks the end of a pivotal chapter for the brand.
Wright left FatFace earlier this year with the intent to explore opportunities outside the company. His departure was aligned with the brand’s transition to its new owner, Next. In his LinkedIn post, Wright expressed feeling ‘privileged’ for his tenure at FatFace and extended his thanks to the CEO, Will Crumbie, and former chief executive Liz Evans.
Despite planning a break after FatFace, Wright confirmed his readiness to undertake this new leadership challenge at JoJo Maman Bébé. His previous experience and vision are expected to guide the company through its strategic ambitions moving forward.
This appointment not only signifies a change in leadership but also presents JoJo Maman Bébé with fresh perspectives and strategies in the evolving market landscape.
The leadership transition at JoJo Maman Bébé with Mark Wright’s appointment as interim CEO heralds a new direction for the company.
