Board Appointment

19 May 2010

Director Apointment

Galiform plc, the parent company of Howdens Joinery, is pleased to announce the appointment of Tiffany Hall as an independent non-executive director, with effect from 24 May 2010. She will also be a member of the Audit, Remuneration and Nomination Committees.

Currently Interim Group Marketing Director at BUPA, Tiffany was previously Head of Marketing at British Airways responsible for product development, marketing communications, ba.com and contact centres. She was also Chairman of Airmiles and BA Holidays. Prior to that, she held various positions at British Airways including Head of Global Sales and Distribution and Head of UK Sales and Marketing. Tiffany was previously a non executive director of Think London.

Commenting on the appointment, Will Samuel, Chairman, said, "We are delighted that Tiffany has agreed to join the Board as a non-executive director. Her strong background in marketing and customer services will enable her to make an important contribution to the Galiform Board".  

There is no further information which is required to be disclosed in accordance with 9.6.13R of the Listing Rules.

Annual General Meeting

Galiform Plc is also holding its Annual General Meeting today. No new information on current trading will be given during the meeting.

Galiform will release its 2010 Half Yearly Report on 21 July 2010.

 

Enquiries should be directed to:

Caroline Bishop, Company Secretary: 020 7535 1140

 

HOWDENS Making space more valuable

business model

Business Model and Strategy

Find out more about our business model and strategy, the markets in which we operate and our strategic approach to protect our unique business model and ensure that the business continues to grow.
our depots

Depots

As a familiar sight across towns and cities in the UK and Europe, our depots are always within easy reach, so a trade professional never has far to travel to find their nearest Howdens. Get to know more about how each one operates.
sustainability

Sustainability

Our sustainable behaviour is at the heart of our business and enables us to reduce some of our risks. We take great pride in ensuring that our business positively impacts the world around us and the people within it.
community

Community

We are passionate about supporting the local communities we operate in, which is why our depots and support staff actively seek ways to give something back. Whether it is running half marathons or sponsoring local Scout groups, discover the many ways we help good causes.
products

Products

With around 80 kitchen ranges, our exclusive Lamona appliance brand, and thousands of products across joinery and hardware, learn why our builders have come to trust the range and quality of the products we offer.
people and careers

People and Careers

The Sunday Times named Howdens as one of the top 25 big companies to work for. Discover why Howdens is a great place to work, how we develop our people and reward them, whilst building a culture with an entrepreneurial spirit.
results

Financial Results

Download copies of the latest financial results for Howdens both past and present including the associated presentations and Interim Management Statements released between results announcements.
governance

Governance

Howdens is a responsible business which was founded on the tenet that the Company should be worthwhile for all concerned, with a commitment to the people within its reach and the wider world. Here we provide the links to the framework that informs our decisions and outcomes.