Narta has announced the appointment of David Jones Executive General Manager, Chris Wilson, to its Board of Directors effective from 1 July 2025.
In a statement obtained by Appliance Retailer, Narta chairman Kay Spencer welcomed Wilson to the Board.
“Chris brings over 22 years of experience in Australian retail, having held senior leadership roles across the nation’s most iconic department stores. Currently serving as Executive General Manager at David Jones, he oversees buying strategy and operations across Menswear, Childrenswear, Home, and Food.
“His deep commercial acumen, customer-centric approach, and proven ability to drive growth through strategic leadership will bring valuable perspective to our Board.
“Prior to his current role, Chris spent 18 years at Myer in various senior positions spanning menswear, entertainment, planning, operations, and hard goods. He is widely respected in the industry for revitalising underperforming categories and leading high-performing teams, underpinned by his commitment to empowerment and development. He also contributes to the broader industry through his advisory role with RMIT University’s Fashion and Merchandising Program.
“We look forward to Chris’s contribution as a Board member and are confident that his expertise in merchandise strategy, category transformation, large-scale retail operations, and governance will bring valuable perspective to the Board.”
“His retail knowledge and operating insights will further enhance our strategic direction, strengthen the Board’s overall capability, and help deliver sustained value for our retail shareholders. Please join me in congratulating Chris on his new role as a director.”
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