Dr Martens has announced that Giles Wilson will join the footwear retailer as its new chief financial officer, hot on the heels of Jon Mortimore.
Wilson is expected to take up his new role in 2024. His predecessor Jon Mortimore has agreed to stay on at the boot retailer – after seven years in the role – until he retires.
Dr Martens said in a statement that Wilson is an “experienced CFO” who will join its senior leadership team from his most recent role as chief financial officer at distiller and distributor William Grant & Sons .
Wilson also previously held senior roles at John Menzies and Commercial Estates Group.
Dr Martens chief executive Kenny Wilson said: “I am thrilled that Giles will be joining the leadership team and the board. He brings a range of complementary skills and past experience that is highly relevant to our brand-first strategy.
“I am looking forward to working with him on the next phase of Dr. Martens’ journey to become a £2bn revenue footwear brand.”
Dr Martens chair Paul Mason added: “Following a rigorous selection process, we are delighted to appoint Giles as CFO. He is a very capable finance leader with extensive experience in a number of sectors, and, most recently, his time in the branded spirits industry has given him a good grounding in global brands and wholesale distribution management.
“His knowledge of the public markets will be a valuable asset to the team as Dr. Martens continues its growth in the listed environment. I look forward to him joining the Board.”
Wilson said of his appointment: “Dr. Martens is an iconic brand I have long admired, and I have been impressed by the passion and ambition within the business.
“I am excited to be joining at such an important stage in the company’s growth and I am looking forward to working with Kenny and the team to drive the strategy forward.”
Dr Martens achieved annual revenue of £1bn for the first time in June 2023.
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