Interserve has appointed Debbie White as its new chief executive.
White will replace current chief executive Adrian Ringrose, who announced in November that he would be stepping down from the construction and services firm.
White is currently chief executive of government and healthcare worldwide at support services company Sodexo Group.
Debbie White
She began her career at former accounting giant Arthur Andersen in the UK, before joining AstraZeneca where she held a range of financial roles. She later became a director at PwC Consulting where she worked across a number of sectors in a global role.
In 2004 she became the chief financial officer of Sodexo’s UK operations and then progressed through to her current role.
Under her leadership, the business diversified into probation services and expanded through several acquisitions.
Interserve chairman Glyn Barker said: “Having conducted an extensive search and selection process, I am delighted that Debbie White is joining Interserve as CEO.
“Debbie has considerable experience and expertise and a strong track record of success in running complex businesses in the international support services sector.
“I am confident that, under Debbie’s leadership, the team will deliver the change and growth necessary to take Interserve forward and enhance shareholder value.”
White said: “I am delighted to be joining Interserve. Over the years I have had a great respect for the company and its people and I am looking forward to leading the organisation into a new era.”
Ringrose will remain in the role of Interserve chief executive until 1 September 2017 to ensure an orderly transition.
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