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A new member has been added to Nottingham Forest’s board of directors.
Simon Forster, a former chief executive of Selfridges, has joined the Reds’ board, the team said on Tuesday. Additionally, he has stated that he wants Forest to become “a world-class Premier League business.”
“Simon Forster brings a wealth of leadership experience in the retail industry,” the club said in a statement. “Joining Selfridges, the renowned luxury department store, in 2012, Simon played an instrumental role in developing its global reputation.
“In 2018, Simon’s outstanding contributions led to his appointment as CEO of Selfridges, overseeing 5000 team members and managing a turnover of £2 billion, while providing strategic and creative direction.
“Under his leadership, Selfridges transformed into a true omnichannel business, with significant digital sales growth during his tenure as Customer Director.
“Simon had a long history in the retail business before joining Selfridges. He was the Digital Director at Debenhams and had worked in a variety of buying capacities in the sector.
Simon presently serves in a number of chair and non-executive capacities for the international retail sector. His wide range of experience and vast network make him a priceless asset to Nottingham Forest.
Forster stated: “I am thrilled to be part of the Nottingham Forest team and look forward to leveraging my experience in the retail sector to help build the retail operation into a world-class Premier League business.”
