Thailand’s Central Group names new executive commitee
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Thailand’s Central Group has appointed Stephane Coum as CEO of Central Food Retail Group.
The appointment coincides with Alistair Taylor being handed the role of president of Central FamilyMart. Both appointments are part of the firm’s strategy to develop borderless retail and digital technology.
Central runs food stores and supermarkets in the territory, with its Central FamilyMart subsidiary responsible for its convenience stores.
Stephane Coum has worked in the global retail industry for more than 20 years, and was previously operations director for Carrefour Italia.
A statement by the firm said Coum will lead CFRG to become a leader in innovation, gaining market share and growth in sales and profits. He aims to transform the business through the use of technology and digital tools.
Questions & Answers
Q.What is the primary objective for Stephane Coum in his new role as CEO of Central Food Retail Group?
What is the primary objective for Stephane Coum in his new role as CEO of Central Food Retail Group?
Stephane Coum is tasked with leading CFRG to become an innovation leader, aiming to gain market share and achieve growth in sales and profits. He intends to transform the business using technology and digital tools.
Q.Which specific business segments fall under the Central Food Retail Group's operations?
Which specific business segments fall under the Central Food Retail Group's operations?
Central Food Retail Group operates food stores and supermarkets within the territory. Its Central FamilyMart subsidiary is responsible for managing the group's convenience stores.
Q.What overarching strategic goal do these new appointments support for Thailand's Central Group?
What overarching strategic goal do these new appointments support for Thailand's Central Group?
These appointments are part of Central Group's broader strategy to advance its borderless retail initiatives and further develop its digital technology capabilities across the business.
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