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Dunelm names Sainsbury's Clodagh Moriarty as new CEO

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Posted on July 7, 2025

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Dunelm names Sainsbury's Clodagh Moriarty as new CEO
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(Reuters) -Britain's Dunelm Group on Monday said Clodagh Moriarty, the chief retail and technology officer at British supermarket chain Sainsbury, will join the homeware retailer as its new CEO from

Dunelm Appoints Clodagh Moriarty from Sainsbury's as New CEO

(Reuters) -Britain's Dunelm Group on Monday said Clodagh Moriarty, the chief retail and technology officer at British supermarket chain Sainsbury, will join the homeware retailer as its new CEO from October 1.

Moriarty will succeed Nick Wilkinson, who announced his retirement from the top role in February after a seven-year stint.

A retail veteran, Moriarty oversees all store operations at Britain's second-largest food retailer, Sainsbury, along with its digital strategy, customer experience and technology platforms.

(Reporting by Yamini Kalia in Bengaluru; Editing by Maju Samuel)

Key Takeaways

  • Clodagh Moriarty appointed as Dunelm's new CEO.
  • Moriarty joins from Sainsbury's, where she was chief retail and technology officer.
  • She will succeed Nick Wilkinson, who is retiring.
  • Moriarty has extensive experience in retail and technology.
  • Her appointment is effective from October 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who has been appointed as the new CEO of Dunelm?
Clodagh Moriarty, the chief retail and technology officer at Sainsbury's, will join Dunelm as its new CEO.
Who did Clodagh Moriarty succeed at Dunelm?
Moriarty will succeed Nick Wilkinson, who announced his retirement after a seven-year tenure.
What roles did Clodagh Moriarty hold at Sainsbury's?
Moriarty oversaw all store operations, digital strategy, customer experience, and technology platforms at Sainsbury's.

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