Samworth Brothers announces new leadership
Following the retirement of Samworth Brothers' current group chief executive Flor Healy, the company has announced the appointment of Hugo Mahoney as group chief executive designate.
Mahoney is currently chief executive of foodservice distributor Brakes and is due to join the business, owner of Cornish pasty maker Ginsters and maker of Melton Mowbray pork pies in April.
Samworth Brothers board chairman Mark Samworth, said: "I am delighted that Hugo has agreed to join our business. He has an impressive track record of leading and growing businesses in a variety of sectors. In his current role at Brakes he has successfully led the organisation through a significant period of transformation and development.
"In our discussions with Hugo, we were impressed by his commitment to move businesses forward through his engagement with colleagues and customers, his passion for business to be a positive contributor to society, and the breadth of his thinking about the future. As a family business, it is always important to us that our leadership is aligned to our values, and I am confident that Hugo will be a strong champion of our unique culture and ethos."
"While we are saddened by Flor's decision to retire, we understand his desire to step back after a long and distinguished career in the food industry. Flor joined us as chief executive in January 2018 and has been an outstanding leader. Supported by the group executive board, he has reshaped and developed the business in a very significant way. He has also provided decisive and inspiring leadership for our people through the extreme challenges of the pandemic. I would like to add my personal thanks and admiration for all that he has done for Samworth Brothers and for the wider industry throughout his impressive career."
Mahoney, added: "Samworth Brothers has an impressive leadership team and business, and I am looking forward to contributing to its future success. We have a shared passion in quality food and innovation, and there are many future opportunities for the business."
