11 years after he first started at the company, luxury KBB and interiors retailer Bell of Northampton has appointed Richard Kingston to its board of directors.
Kingston joined the company in 2013 as its online manager, and was responsible for spearheading the creation of its e-commerce department.
In his new role, Kingston will maintain his current day-to-day responsibilities as a departmental director, but also contribute to the company’s strategic projects to help drive growth for the business.
“Being made a member of the board means everything to me,” explains Richard. “It represents one of the proudest milestones in my career, signifying the trust and confidence placed in my abilities, experience and vision by my peers and the organisation.
“Leading by example has always been at the heart of my approach. I am deeply passionate about delivering a unique, memorable customer experience while ensuring that our independent business stands out in a competitive market.
“Collaboration, thoughtfulness, and the impact of thoughtful leadership are all things that I value. Helping shape the future of Bell, with our customers at its core, is a mission I genuinely believe in and will dedicate myself to achieving.”
Lee Ferris, managing director at Bell, also added that Kingston will be a fantastic addition to the Board. He continued: “His keenness to collaborate more closely with the other directors in the business to build on our 125-year legacy of success is clear to see.
“With Richard’s knowledge of the business and excellent leadership, we will continue to focus on introducing new products and categories across the business, enhancing in-store displays, and creating more events and experiences that resonate with our customers.”