Brian was appointed to the Board on 7 May 2019 having been the CEO of the Group since 2014. Brian brings significant retail and international experience; financial acumen and a great understanding of the global luxury watch and jewellery sector. Prior to this Brian served on several boards across the fashion, retail and sports sectors including several subsidiaries of Ralph Lauren, as well as the boards of Celtic PLC and Sara Lee Corporation. Brian is an ICAS Chartered Accountant and holds an Honorary Doctorate from Glasgow Caledonian University.