AF Blakemore CEO Carol Welch has stepped down from the business.
She joined in 2023, succeeding Jerry Marwood, having previously been Odeon MD for UK & Ireland and Europe commercial officer for six years.
During her tenure at AF Blakemore, Welch oversaw the landmark deal with Appleby Westward (AWG).
Following a year of speculation, AF Blakemore announced in May it was buying 71 of AWG’s company-owned stores, alongside its associated warehouse and logistics infrastructure and related independent retailer supply agreements, giving it a major foothold in the south west.
Read more: What Appleby Westward deal means for AF Blakemore and Spar
AF Blakemore has confirmed executive chairman Peter Blakemore will lead the business following Welch’s departure.
“We can confirm that after nearly four years as CEO of AF Blakemore, Carol Welch will step down from her role on 2 October 2026,” said an AF Blakemore spokeswoman.
“We thank Carol for her leadership and contribution to the business during a significant period of transformation and wish her every success for the future.”
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