Rank Group appoints Richard Harris as CEO

(Sharecast News) - Rank Group said on Monday that it has appointed Richard Harris as chief executive officer with immediate effect. Harris, who has been serving as interim CEO since 30 January 2026, joined the board as chief financial officer in May 2022. Rank said he has "extensive knowledge of the business, a track record of driving business performance and the strategic leadership required to maximise shareholder returns".

Prior to Rank, he held senior leadership roles in a number of consumer facing businesses, including Marks & Spencer, Foxtons and Laird.

Chair John H. Ott said: "I am delighted to confirm Richard's appointment as CEO of The Rank Group. Following a thorough recruitment process which identified a strong field of candidates, the board unanimously agreed that Richard was the outstanding choice.

"I am pleased that he has agreed to lead Rank as it continues to progress the delivery of the medium-term objective of generating at least £100m operating profit and the development of the longer-term strategy."

Rank owns Grosvenor Casinos and Mecca venues.

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