Speedy’s digital chief

28 June 2022

Speedy has appointed Paul Jackson as its chief digital officer as the business moves to develop its online strategy further. He previously held the same position at IKEA for the UK & Ireland and has also worked in CRM, e-commerce, home delivery and data analytics strategies for brands such as including Sainsbury’s and Argos.

The appointment follows Speedy’s focus on the DIY market with a digital ordering platform for consumers to hire tools and equipment and a network of concessions across 36 B&Q stores nationwide.

Russell Down, Speedy’s chief executive, said: “Creating a market-leading digital proposition is a strategic priority for our business as we expand into the DIY market. We need to benchmark ourselves beyond the hire sector to be truly successful.

Paul Jackson (pictured below) will join the hirer’s executive board and will be responsible for enhancing the firm’s digital proposition across its customer base, from consumers to large contractors.

He said: “This is a really exciting time to join Speedy. The DIY market offers huge potential for growth and our 200-strong UK wide service centre network provides a fantastic foundation to build a digital strategy that will simplify and enhance the customer experience for consumers and businesses."