Doctor Care Anywhere Group PLC (ASX:DOC) Welcomes New CEO
Leadership Announcement
Doctor Care Anywhere Group PLC (ASX:DOC) has appointed Laura O’Riordan as Chief Executive Officer, effective 6 January 2025. With significant experience in digital healthcare, O’Riordan previously served as President at eMed Healthcare UK. Her background includes roles at Babylon, The Good Care Group, Care UK, and Harmoni.
Future Vision
John Stier, Chair of Doctor Care Anywhere, expressed enthusiasm about the appointment, stating, “We are delighted to welcome Laura O’Riordan to lead our business at this stage of DCA’s evolution. We have ambitious plans to drive significant profitable growth for the benefit of our stakeholders.” O’Riordan aims to enhance the company’s reputation for high-quality medical care as it strives for innovation in virtual medical services.
Transition Details
Ben Kent will step down as CEO and from the Board on O’Riordan’s appointment while remaining available during the transition. The Board expressed gratitude for Kent’s contributions over the past two years.
Board Changes
In addition to the CEO transition, the Company announces that non-executive directors Romana Abdin and Dr Aleksandra (Ola) Spencer will retire on 20 December 2024 and 31 December 2024, respectively. The Board is actively recruiting new members to ensure a balance of skills and experience moving forward.
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