Global craft business Crafter’s Companion has appointed David Stern as its new non-executive chair.
He joins the Newton Aycliffe company with more than 30 years’ experience in retail and consumer brands in the UK and US. Originally from New York, Mr Stern spent 11 years in leadership positions at Unilever and most recently led bath and beauty brand, Crabtree & Evelyn through a successful digital transformation.
With expertise in areas such as international expansion, e-commerce and consumer branding, he also sits as non-executive chair for three other UK companies, Bleach London, Lights4fun and Duke & Dexter.