Dr. Martens plc announced that Giles Wilson has been appointed to the role of Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Giles will join Dr. Martens and take up his role in 2024, with the date to be confirmed and announced in due course. Giles is an experienced CFO who joins Dr. Martens from William Grant & Sons Limited, one of the largest global spirits companies, owners of premium brands including Glenfiddich Scotch Whisky, The Balvenie Whisky and Hendrick's Gin.

Prior to this, Giles was at John Menzies plc as CFO (2016-20), and then subsequently became CEO (2019-20). Giles qualified as a chartered accountant with PwC and previously held a senior role at Commercial Estates Group. Jon Mortimore, who is retiring from the Company as previously announced, has agreed to stay with the business until the end of the financial year.