Mitie Group appoints Christopher Rogers as new Chair

Published 19/03/2025, 08:14
Mitie Group appoints Christopher Rogers as new Chair

LONDON - Mitie Group (LON:MTO) plc, a leading UK-based facilities management company, announced today the appointment of Christopher Rogers as the Chair-Elect to its Board. Rogers will assume his new role following the company’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) on July 22, 2025, succeeding Derek Mapp, who will be stepping down after eight years of service.

Christopher Rogers, with a substantial track record in the corporate world, currently serves as the Chair of Wickes Group (LON:WIX) plc and is the Senior Independent (LON:IOG) Director at Kerry Group plc. His previous positions include Non-executive Director roles at Vivo Energy plc and Travis Perkins (LON:TPK) plc. In his executive career, Rogers was an Executive Director at Whitbread (LON:WTB) plc, where he served as CFO and later as the Global Managing Director of Costa Coffee.

Roger Yates, Senior Independent Director at Mitie, expressed his enthusiasm for Rogers’ appointment, highlighting his strong reputation and proven ability to create shareholder value. Yates also extended gratitude to Derek Mapp for his significant contributions to the company.

Chris Rogers shared his eagerness to join Mitie, acknowledging the expertise of the management team and his commitment to furthering business growth and stakeholder value.

Phil Bentley, CEO of Mitie, praised Mapp for his inspirational leadership and strategic guidance during the company’s transformation into the UK’s largest technology-led Facilities Transformation business. He also expressed anticipation for working with Rogers as the company continues its three-year Facilities Transformation Plan.

The press release confirms that there is no additional information required to be disclosed regarding Rogers’ appointment under the UK Listing Rules. The announcement is based on a press release statement from Mitie Group plc.

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