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John King

Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director

John was appointed CEO & Managing Director on 4 June 2018. In this role, John has overall accountability for Myer and was responsible for the creation of its successful Customer First Plan which continues to transform all parts of the business with a focus on improved profitability, strengthened balance sheet and future capability.

John brings to the role more than 30 years’ retail experience in merchandising and management roles across a variety of retail sectors, including department stores, value retail and wholesale apparel.

John started his career at Sainsbury’s and also worked for Marks & Spencer before taking senior roles in the manufacturing and wholesale sector in the UK and the USA. John successfully led Matalan from 2003 to 2006, an apparel and housewares retailer based in the UK, where he launched new brands, opened 20 new stores and successfully sold the company back to the founder. Following Matalan, John led the successful turnaround of House of Fraser from 2006 to 2015. During his tenure he improved the product differentiation, decreased debt, improved EBITDA and repositioned the business as one of the leading premium department stores in the UK.

Matt Jackman

Chief Financial Officer

Matt was appointed CFO in February 2024. As the CFO, Matt has responsibility for the financial management of Myer including accounting and reporting, commercial finance and planning, treasury, taxation, procurement, compliance, and internal audit. Matt began his career in professional services at KPMG before joining global transport and logistics provider Toll Group in 2011 where he held various finance leadership roles across both the Global Express Division and then at the Group level, including Head of Finance. Matt joined Myer in 2017 as Group General Manager Finance, before being appointed as Deputy CFO in 2021.

Allan Winstanley

Chief Merchandise Officer

Allan was appointed Chief Merchandise Officer in July 2018, and in this role is accountable for Myer’s merchandise buying and planning teams. Allan is a lifelong merchant with a deep commitment to the customer, having led and worked in a wide variety of merchandise buying and planning roles.

Allan’s career spans a number of well-known department store retailers, starting with Marks & Spencer where he spent 21 years in various retail logistics and buying roles. Following this he moved to Next and then Moss Bros Group, before commencing with House of Fraser in 2005. He left House of Fraser in 2014 when he was appointed as Chief Merchandise Officer for the Selfridges-owned Dutch department store De Bijenkorf. In more recent times, Allan was President of Sears & Kmart Apparel in San Francisco.

Ben Fitzgerald

Chief Information Officer

Ben was appointed Chief Information Officer in April 2023. He is responsible for technology strategy, delivery, and operations across Myer’s store network, business operations and online platforms, and Myer’s cyber security.

Ben has extensive digital transformation and technology experience earned in key leadership positions across a range of industry categories including retail, e-commerce, telecommunications, and sports. Prior to joining Myer, Ben was the Chief Technology Officer of Tennis Australia, leading digital transformation for the Australian Open. He has held senior leadership roles with some of Australia’s most well-known brands and organisations, including Bunnings Warehouse, Target Australia, AFL, Australia Post, and Telstra.

Geoff Ikin

Chief Customer Officer

Geoff was appointed Chief Customer Officer in January 2019 and is responsible for the key customer facing functions of online, MYER one, marketing, advertising, public relations (PR), social media, corporate affairs and communications.

Geoff has led advertising, marketing and media functions at some of Australia’s most well-known and respected organisations, including at Tourism Australia, Westpac, David Jones, IMG/Rugby World Cup and Sydney Olympics.

In his most recent role at Tourism Australia, Geoff was responsible for leading their global communications approach with a key focus on developing media and social strategies, public relations, major events, broadcast, advocacy and talent initiatives. During his time with Tourism Australia, Geoff was responsible for major initiatives showcasing Australia in key global markets, including the recent Super Bowl Campaign and the World’s 50 Best Restaurant Awards in Melbourne.

Throughout his career, Geoff has led innovative work through traditional and online channels, aimed at improving the customer experience, increasing engagement, advocacy and loyalty whilst, at the same time, driving strong and measurable commercial outcomes that improve shareholder value and financial performance.

Timothy Clark

Executive General Manager Property

Tim Clark has 37 years of retail experience. Tim was appointed as Executive General Manager – Property in 2014. In this role he oversees the Myer property team, the Myer facilities management team and the Myer store design and development team.

Tim has previously held other Executive positions at Myer including Director of IT, Group General Manager of Property and has had responsibilities in space management, store operations and has had duties within the Myer project management office.

Tim has also held Executive roles at both Gazman Menswear and Crown Ltd.

Tony Carr

Executive General Manager Supply Chain

Tony Carr commenced as Executive General Manager Supply Chain in October 2019. Tony is accountable for every aspect of Myer’s supply chain, from our factories and third party suppliers, through to the network of hubs and warehouses and onto our customers, whether in-store or direct to home.

A key area of focus is the strategic direction the Supply Chain has to undertake as we move forward with our ‘Factory to Customer’ plan that will ensure we have a Supply Chain fit for the future ensuring it is operating as efficiently and productively as possible. Ensuring a seamless experience across every channel is critical, and that is why Tony is also responsible for Myer’s Customer Contact Centre.

Tony brings with him a wealth of global experience, building world-class online and store fulfilment functionality for a number of large retailers. Prior to his role at Myer, Tony was the Logistics Director for ASOS and managed the expansion and development of the United Kingdom and Rest of World facility as well as overseeing the build and go-live of a purpose built European fulfilment centre. At House of Fraser, Tony’s role as Executive Director for International and Logistics, saw similar expansion and new facilities as well as overseas franchise stores. He has also led supply chains in several well-known European companies.

Tony Sutton

Chief Operating Officer

Tony Sutton is a career retailer, joining Myer in 1992 and has worked cross-functionally in a number of senior roles including store and regional management, merchandise, and marketing.

Tony joined the Executive Management Group in March 2013 as Executive General Manager – Stores. In this role Tony oversees all of the operations of the store network nationally.

Tony also serves as Chairman of the Myer Community Fund, who is focused on supporting children and families through the raising of funds through charitable activities.