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Shirine Khoury-Haq

Group Chief Executive Officer, Co-op
Manchester, England,United Kingdom
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Shirine Khoury-Haq's Overview

Total Experience34 years
CompanyCo-op
CountryUnited Kingdom

Shirine Khoury-Haq is the Chief Executive Officer of The Co-operative Group, one of the world's largest consumer co-operatives, headquartered in the UK. She made history by becoming the first female CEO of the Group in August 2022. An Australian national, Shirine brings extensive experience in finance, operations, and transformation across various sectors, including retail, financial services, and technology. Before her CEO appointment, she served as the Co-op's Group CFO and CEO of Co-op Life Services, playing a pivotal role in strengthening the Group's financial position. Her prior career includes significant leadership roles such as Chief Operating Officer at Lloyd's of London, and senior positions at IBM and McDonald's. Shirine is known for her strategic leadership, focus on financial resilience, operational excellence, and a deep commitment to the Co-op's ethical values and member-centric approach. She is also a proponent of diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Professional Summary

Shirine Khoury-Haq's work history includes a series of influential roles in various companies. Here is a detailed list of his professional journey:

Co-op - Group Chief Executive Officer (2022 to Present)
Persimmon Homes - Non Executive Director (2021 to 2024)
Post Office Ltd - Non Executive Director (2018 to 2019)
Lloyd's - Chief Operating Officer (2014 to 2019)
Catlin - Group Head of Operations and UK Chief Operating Officer (2007 to 2014)
IBM - Associate Partner (1998 to 2007)
McDonald's - Finance and Operations Manager (1996 to 1998)

Notable Achievements

First Female CEO of The Co-operative Group

Appointed in August 2022, Shirine Khoury-Haq became the first woman to lead the historic British consumer co-operative in its over 170-year history, marking a significant milestone for the organization.

Strengthening Financial Resilience at Co-op

As Group CFO (from 2019) and subsequently CEO, she has been instrumental in improving the financial stability and performance of The Co-operative Group, focusing on debt reduction, cost management, and strategic investments to navigate challenging economic climates.

Driving Modernization at Lloyd's of London

During her tenure as Chief Operating Officer at Lloyd's of London (2014-2019), she led significant modernization and operational transformation initiatives, including technology upgrades and process improvements within the global insurance market.

Leading Co-op Life Services

Successfully led Co-op's Life Services division (including Funeralcare and Insurance) as its CEO, focusing on customer service, operational efficiency, and navigating the businesses through the complexities of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Educational Background

BComm, Accounting, Economics

The Australian National University - Year 1989

MBA

The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business - Year 1996

Post Grad Diploma, Management and Leadership

University of the West of England - Year 2001

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Company Overview

Co-op
Total employees62000
HeadquartersManchester
Founded1844

The Co-operative Group, commonly known as Co-op, is one of the world's largest consumer co-operatives, owned by millions of UK members. It operates a diverse range of retail businesses including Food (supermarkets and convenience stores), Funerals, Insurance, and Legal services. The Co-op is committed to ethical trading, community investment, and providing value to its members, distinguishing itself through its values and principles rather than solely profit maximization.

Co-op Funding Information
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Lead Investors:
Not applicable (Member-owned co-operative)

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