RAPAPORT… Michael Hill has appointed Andrea Slingsby as chief
operating officer, it said Wednesday.
“Her unique experience in people-focused, fast-growing
companies, business-model improvement and operational excellence is a major
benefit for Michael Hill as we implement our strategy to become a globally
relevant leader in the premium-jewelry category,” said Daniel Bracken, CEO of
Michael Hill.
Slingsby, who has been working with the Australia-based jeweler
on contract since August 2018, was previously North America president at travel
group Flight Centre. She has also held senior positions for a number of public
and private Australian companies.
Image: Andrea Slingsby. (Andrea Slingsby/LinkedIn)
Michael Hill Hires Operations Chief
The Bottom Line
- Andrea Slingsby joins Michael Hill as chief operating officer, bringing experience in operational excellence and business-model improvement.
- Slingsby has been consulting for Michael Hill since August 2018 and previously served as North America president at Flight Centre.
- Michael Hill aims to leverage Slingsby’s expertise to become a globally relevant leader in the premium-jewelry category.
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