Foodco has announced the appointment of Lisa Brook as its UK General Manager.
The global company has more than 420 fresh food and coffee retail outlets worldwide, with 58 in the UK. Lisa will be predominately based at the UK head office in Cambridge.
In her new position, Lisa has been appointed to increase market share, sales and profitability through Foodco’s network of franchised and company stores. Her primary responsibility is for maximising the growth of Foodco’s operation and she will focus on strategic sustainable long term growth for Foodco’s UK’s brands: Muffin Break and Jamaica Blue. In addition, Lisa will also take on responsibility for brand positioning and ongoing development of the business’s food and coffee outlets.
From 2011 to 2014 Lisa held the position of Director at Flour Power City Bakery, a role for which she was appointed by serial entrepreneur Luke Johnson. Lisa remained at the helm of the company as she led it through a successful merger into Patisserie Holdings.
Lisa then joined Philpotts Ltd, an acquisition of Patisserie Holdings in 2014, successfully launching the Café Philpotts concept.
Lisa is well-known within the food industry for her entrepreneurial spirit and passion for real honest food and brings a wealth of experience to Foodco, having worked in the food industry at a senior level for more than ten years.
Mike Arbuckle Managing Director of Foodco UK said: “Lisa joins us at a really exciting time, as the business makes plans for significant growth. Myself and the Foodco team are all very much looking forward to working with her as the Muffin Break and Jamaica Blue brands continue to grow in the UK.”
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