THE WHAT? The Body Shop has stated it is in entering a new chapter with David Boynton stepping down as Chief Executive, and Ian Bickley, a Natura &Co Board Director, taking the helm as interim CEO.

THE DETAILS As part of his new role Bickley will be working with The Body Shop’s Executive Leadership Team to ‘refine and expand upon the current business plan and accelerate the transformation agenda, to speed up the road to profitability together with a return to sustainable revenue.’

THE WHY? Bickley has been heralded as a seasoned expert in the retail and branded consumer goods sector, with an extensive background in managing and growing international franchise opportunities, driving global omnichannel growth, and pioneering innovation.