Compass Group finance director Johnny Thomson to stand down

Compass Group has announced that group finance director Johnny Thomson will stand down by the end of December.

The group will begin its search for a successor immediately.

Paul Walsh, Compass Group chairman, said: "We are very grateful to Johnny for his significant contribution to Compass over the last nine years and wish him all the very best for the future."

CEO Dominic Blakemore added: "Johnny has played a critical role in Compass' success, both managing regions of our group and as group finance director, and he leaves the business in strong financial health. I wish Johnny well and thank him for his contribution to the business."

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