KMI Brands appoints Chief Growth Officer to 'drive customer satisfaction'

KMI Brands, the licensed distributor of Ted Baker fragrances and toiletries, has announced the appointment of Lisa Stone as Chief Growth Officer.

Stone has been promoted from Commercial Director, a role she has occupied since 2018. She brings over 23 years of experience and knowledge of KMI brands to the role, having first joined the company as Commercial Manager in 1999.

In her new position, Stone will help drive business growth and revenue generation. She will be responsible for leading the integration of multi-channel marketing activities across all channels, supporting greater customer value and retention. In addition, Stone will "explore and drive better business innovation" both internally and externally to support long-term growth.

Lisa Stone

Lisa Stone, newly appointed Chief Growth Officer of KMI Brands, said: "I am really excited to take on this leadership role of Chief Growth Officer. I am so lucky to already have a very strong and collaborative team in place across all departments, which will enable us to achieve our vision."

Rachel Parsonage, CEO of KMI Brands, added: “Despite the current landscape of rising costs, longer supply chains and changes in consumer spending, Lisa takes the reigns in this new role at KMI to bring about a greater focus for driving customer satisfaction through our retailers, distributors, and DTC channels.

"For a business like ours, it’s about keeping agile to an ever-changing landscape and Lisa will bring great strength in this area. There is no doubt our team is KMI’s greatest asset and weathering the next few years will also demand the best environment to embed learning, development, and wellbeing, which Lisa has a natural passion for.”