Food waste reduction specialist Gander appoints former Asda CEO Andy Clarke as Non-Executive Director
Gander, a technology platform focused on food waste reduction, has announced the appointment of former Asda CEO, Andy Clarke, as a Non-Executive Director.
Clarke spent five years as President and Chief Executive Officer at Asda, along with key roles held at Morrisons, Matalan, and Iceland.
By using Gander’s proprietary Ganderlytics analytics platform, retailers can access reporting to streamline their waste strategy and compliance.
The solution also connects shoppers with reduced price food, helping to save money and protect the environment.
Gander says that Clarke’s appointment to its board marks “a pivotal moment in our journey, as we prepare to embark on an ambitious growth phase and seek to realise our vision of creating a better world through collaborative action and disruptive innovation”.
Clarke says: "With soaring food prices and a widespread cost of living crisis, the Gander platform presents a strong opportunity for shoppers to revolutionise their regular food bills.”
“It also helps retailers to substantially reduce food waste and financial losses. I’m looking forward to making a contribution to the business.”
Mike Osborne, Managing Director and Co-Founder at Gander, comments: "We couldn’t be more excited about Andy Clarke's arrival and its potential for Gander.”
“His unwavering commitment to waste reduction and recycling within the food retailing industry is unparalleled. With his extensive business acumen and profound industry knowledge, we are confident that he will help supercharge our ambitious growth plans.”
“We want to reshape consumer behaviour, revolutionise the fight against food waste, and lead the charge towards a better, more sustainable world.”
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