Currys promotes former shop assistant as its new chief executive
Currys has appointed Fredrik Tonnesen as its new chief executive, effective from early August. Tonnesen, who has been with the company for 20 years, previously led the successful turnaround of Currys' Nordics business. He will succeed Alex Baldock, who is stepping down after eight years to take on a new role at Boots.
- ▪Fredrik Tonnesen has been promoted from his position as head of Currys' Nordics business.
- ▪He joined Currys as a shop assistant 20 years ago and has extensive experience within the company.
- ▪Alex Baldock, the current CEO, will leave the company on August 3rd to become the next boss of Boots.
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