Interserve has announced the appointment of Alan Lovell as its new chairman, effective on 15 July, succeeding Glyn Barker, who steps down after leading the company since March 2016
Alan Lovell’s executive career includes considerable expertise working across the construction and energy sectors, at Tamar Energy, Infinis, Jarvis, and Costain Group, and four years as national chair of the Consumer Council for Water.
Alan also brings commercial and board experience. His other current roles include chairman of Safestyle UK and the senior independent director of SIG plc.
Debbie White, chief executive officer at Interserve Group Limited, said: “On behalf of the board I would like to thank Glyn for his service as chairman of Interserve. His leadership of the board and valuable counsel has been vital during a period of significant challenge and change for the group.
“We are delighted to welcome Alan to Interserve. He brings a wealth of experience and has a strong track record of business improvement and transformation.”
Alan Lovell commented: “I am pleased to be joining Interserve at this exciting time. I look forward to working with the board, and with Debbie White and her executive team, to continue delivering Interserve’s transformation and to capitalise on the significant opportunities ahead for the Group as a best-in-class partner to the public and private sector.
“It is a privilege to succeed Glyn, who during his time at Interserve has made a tremendous contribution to the group. I wish him the very best for the future.”
