Lorraine Higgins takes up the challenge
20th March 2018
Retail Excellence, the largest retail representative body in Ireland, recently announced the appointment of Lorraine Higgins as CEO with effect from 1 July 2018.
Lorraine joined the representative body in January 2017 as Head of Public Affairs and Communications and has been Deputy CEO since July of that year.
Her previous roles included barrister, law lecturer and Senator.
Lorraine will succeed David Fitzsimons, who having successfully established and led the organization for 22 years, will now take up the role of Chairman of a group of companies.
Lorraine Higgins said: “This is a very proud moment for me personally and I look forward to taking on the role of CEO at Retail Excellence and building on the extraordinary success of David Fitzsimons over the past 22 years. I intend to work hard to further drive the strategic development of the organization, on every level, with the support of our Board, internal committees and members.
“These are exciting and challenging times in retail but I will ensure our members continue to be prioritized and that the high standard of service and support they have come to expect, is maintained .”
Pictured David Fitzsimons of Retail Excellence photographed with incoming CEO Lorraine Higgins.
