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Lord Blyth of Rowington

Chairman, Diageo plc

Lord Blyth was appointed Chairman of Diageo plc in July 2000. He is also Chairman of Diageo's Nomination Committee.

His appointment as Chairman has been extended until 30 June 2008 when he will be succeeded by Dr. Franz Humer.

Current appointments

  • July 2000 - Chairman - Diageo plc
  • October 2002 – Senior Advisor Greenhill & Co (having been Vice Chairman )
  • Non-executive director - Anixter Inc

Previous appointments

  • Non-executive director - Diageo plc
  • Chairman - The Boots Company plc
  • Chief executive - The Boots Company plc
  • Group chief executive - The Plessey Company
  • Head of defence sales - Ministry of Defence

Personal

  • Born in May 1940
  • Attended Glasgow University
  • Married with one daughter

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