Higginson Announces His Resignation from Flutter's Board of Directors
Leaving Flutter Entertainment: Andrew Higginson Steps Down
Saying goodbye to a familiar face, Andrew Higginson, Flutter Entertainment's senior independent director, is departing from the company come December.
Bid Farewell to a Seasoned Pro
With a hefty resume boasting executive and non-executive roles, Higginson has proven his mettle in commercial and retail sectors. He's graced the boards of Evergreen Garden Care, Warburtons, JD Sports Fashion, and more, with his expertise. Higginson first joined Flutter in 2019, bringing his wealth of knowledge to their table.
Gary McGann, Flutter's chairman, acknowledged Higginson's contributions to the London Stock Exchange-listed operator and expressed gratitude for his decision to see the year through. McGann highlighted Higginson's significant role in the company's growth.
Higgy's (a popular nickname for Higginson) departure marks the end of his tenure as chair of the remuneration committee, with Alfred Hurley Junior stepping in. Interestingly, Holly Keller will take over from Higginson as the Senior Independent Director starting January 1, 2023.
Flutter's Team Undergoes Shuffling
It appears that 2023 will see a bit of change at Flutter Entertainment. Conor Grant, CEO of Flutter's UK and Ireland-facing business, has also announced his departure, with Ian Brown set to take over later in 2022. Grant spoke warmly of Brown, expressing trust and confidence in his abilities.
Recent news has also witnessed the arrival of Steve Hawkes, who joined Flutter as the director of reputational/public affairs for Ireland and the United Kingdom. The company aims to leverage Hawkes' media and PR experience to better connect with its customers.
Meanwhile, Flutter's H1 results revealed a impressive 9% year-on-year increase in revenues.
Note: The exact role of Holly Keller within Flutter Entertainment is not specified in the provided data. The context of past involvement of Holly Keller with Flutter Entertainment is not delved into either.
- Andy Higginson, the revered senior independent director at Flutter Entertainment, had previously served on boards in the commercial and retail sectors, including Evergreen Garden Care, Warburtons, JD Sports Fashion, and Tesco.
- Beyond his role at Flutter Entertainment, Higginson's extensive experience also includes executive positions in the financial industry, particularly with companies listed on the London Stock Exchange.
- In light of Higginson's departure, Alfred Hurley Junior will assume the chair of the remuneration committee, while Holly Keller will take on the role of Senior Independent Director starting January 1, 2023.
- As Flutter Entertainment faces changes in its leadership, the company has also recruited Steve Hawkes as the director of reputational/public affairs for Ireland and the United Kingdom, aiming to strengthen their connections with customers through his media and PR expertise.
