| Position | Independent Non-Executive Director, Designated Non-Executive Director for Workforce Engagement |
| Nationality | American |
| Tenure | Appointed 1 October 2016 |
| Committees | Member of Nomination Committee Member of Remuneration Committee Member of Sustainability Committee |
Key skills and experience
- Extensive speciality retailing business experience
- Deep background in product innovation, design and development
- Workforce dynamics experience
External appointments
Non-Executive Director of Vera Bradley Inc., Sea Bags and Totes Isotoner. Previously Fran worked for The Gap, Williams- Sonoma, The Nature Company, and LL Bean, where she initially served as Director of Product Development, Home Furnishings, going on to hold a number of roles including Vice President, Affiliated Brands, before becoming Chief Merchandising Officer until her retirement. Fran was previously a Non-Executive Director of Regent Holdings and Vista Outdoor Inc, and an industry executive for Freeman Spogli.
Qualifications
Fran has a degree in English and Sociology from Bowdoin College, Maine, and an MBA from the Harvard Business School.