Walker’s Shortbread has appointed Bryony Walker as commercial director, joining the company’s board of directors with immediate effect.
Since joining Walker’s in 2013, Bryony has progressed through various positions, culminating in her most recent position as head of commercial strategy, a role she has held since January 2022.
Bryony is a fourth-generation member of the Walker’s family; with her great-grandfather, Joseph Walker, founding the company and her father, the late Sir Jim Walker, serving as joint managing director.
Bryony succeeds Steve McCarney, who will transition to a part-time role, remaining a director.
“Bryony brings a deep understanding of our family dynamic, our customers, the Walker’s brand and the challenges involved in the role,” commented Nicky Walker, managing director of Walker’s Shortbread Ltd.
“Bryony’s fresh perspective in conjunction with the strong foundations already in place, will ensure commercial continuity for the business.”
“We are also delighted Steve will continue to be an active member of the board, as well as continuing to support Bryony.
“His dedication and his commercial expertise over the past 7 years has been pivotal in aiding our successful brand relaunch and helping realise our growth aspirations. I look forward to continuing to engage with Steve in his new role at both Board level and on specified commercial projects.”
Bryony added: “Since joining the family business over a decade ago I have spent time understanding the intricacies of the business, our customers and the environment we operate it.
“I have enjoyed working closely with Steve with his support and leadership, and I am excited to be taking over from him as commercial director. I’m looking forward to the challenge as we build on the great work Steve has achieved, and to play a role in the next chapter of Walker’s following on from my father.”
Walker’s also announced that Bob Brannan’s position as Company Chairman concluded at the company’s recent AGM.
