Krispy Kreme last week announced the appointment of Guy Meakin as the new president of Krispy Kreme UK & Ireland, effective early November.
The announcement comes as Jamie Dunning, who has served in the role for two and a half years, decided to leave the business.
Speaking about the appointment, the president of Krispy Kreme International Matt Spanjers said, “We are thrilled to have Guy Meakin join us.
“He has extensive experience in the QSR industry, most recently as Pret A Manger’s Shops and Franchise Director, and prior to that he led their UK business as Interim Managing Director.
“He also has strong relationships with many of our customers and partners.
“We recently launched a new doughnut line-up of fan favourites, best-sellers and some new trending flavours and we look forward to having him lead our amazing brand through its next phase of profitable, nationwide expansion.
'Make A Real Difference'
On his new role, Meakin said, “Krispy Kreme is one of the most beloved and well-known sweet treat brands in the world.
“I’m delighted to be taking over leadership of the UK & Ireland business.
“By touching and enhancing more people’s lives through the joy that is Krispy Kreme, we can make a real difference to their days.”
Spanjers added, “We also want to thank Jamie for his contribution as he pursues his next career step and wish him well.”
In his time with the business, Dunning has overseen a period of double-digit revenue growth through the continued expansion of Krispy Kreme points of access and digital e-commerce development, including the opening of the flagship store on Oxford Street in London earlier this year.
Dunning said, “I have thoroughly enjoyed my time leading this great brand to continued revenue growth through an unprecedented period of change.
“I believe it is time for a new leader to take the business through the next phase of its journey and wish Guy all the best.”
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