Senior leaders on the move – Gousto, Jabra, Ocado Retail, Popeyes UK
In this highly competitive and rapidly evolving recruitment market, companies are increasingly seeking candidates with a strong blend of strategic vision, transformation expertise and digital capabilities. As businesses are increasingly viewing the marketing function as the “engine for growth”, we’re seeing a higher demand for CMOs, Marketing Directors and Heads of Marketing, with incredibly strong shortlists and top-tier candidates remaining selective.
We’re delighted to congratulate the following senior leaders in the marketing industry who have moved into exceptional new roles.
Lisa Lomax, Marketing Director, Ocado Retail
Lisa Lomax joins Ocado Retail – the world’s largest online grocery retailer – as Marketing Director. Lisa is a talented senior marketing leader known for developing and delivering high profile, successful marketing campaigns and brand innovation.
Previous roles include Marketing Director - UK/ROI/Spain at Specsavers; more than eight years at WW, including the VP Global Brand Strategy and Marketing, VP Global Marketing Operations and International Marketing Director roles; and more than 10 years at Tesco.
Lisa shared her new role on LinkedIn, saying, "Thrilled to share that I've started a new position as Marketing Director at Ocado Retail!"
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-lomax-6543149a
Sandrine Desbarbieux-Lloyd, SVP Global Marketing, Jabra
Congratulations to Sandrine Desbarbieux-Lloyd who joins Jabra – the world’s leading professional audio brand – as their SVP Global Marketing. Sandrine has over 25 years of experience in the marketing and digital industry with a proven track record of delivering results and value for global, EMEA and UK markets. She is also an Advisor for the AI start-up, Noodle4.
Previous roles include UK Group (Marketing & Commercial Director) at Meta; Online Director at Tesco; more than six years at Samsung, as European VP of Digital Sales & Marketing; and more than three years at Avis Budget Group EMEA, including the Director of Marketing EMEA (CMO), Director of Digital Sales & Marketing EMEA, and Director of e-Commerce EMEA roles.
When announcing her new role on LinkedIn, Sandrine said, "I’m happy to share I am starting a new role as SVP Global Marketing at Jabra GN Group!"
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandrinedesbarbieux
Ben Lyall, Director Customer Service & Retention, Gousto
Congratulations to Ben Lyall who joins Gousto – the no.1 recipe box for choice – as Director Customer Service & Retention. Ben is a senior leader with more than 15 years of experience and proven success in defining and driving business growth.
He joins Gousto after more than 19 years at Sky, which included the Commercial Director, Broadband & Mobile, and Director of Ecommerce/Digital Sales roles.
When announcing his new role on LinkedIn, Ben said, "I’m 2 weeks in and learning every day. So excited and honored to have joined such a great team and be a part of Gousto’s incredible future and history.
A massive thank you to everyone for making me so welcome and confirmed this was the right decision and time for me! Love the culture, love the ambition, love the product."
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benlyall1
Jo Vaughton, Chief Marketing Officer, Popeyes UK
Jo Vaughton has been appointed Chief Marketing Officer for Popeyes UK – the Louisiana chicken restaurant with more than 4000 stores worldwide – starting in June. Jo is a creative marketing and communications senior leaders with 25 years’ experience of international brand building across multiple sectors, plus more than 10 years’ board-level experience.
Jo is currently Marketing Director at PizzaExpress, and previous roles include Head of Brand Marketing at Mollie; Director of Brand Marketing and PR EMEA at Celebrity Cruises; Head of PR & Social UK&I at Royal Caribbean International; and Director, Global Brand Communications at InterContinental Hotels Group.
Tom Crowley, CEO of Popeyes UK, said: “I’m delighted to welcome Jo to Popeyes in our newly created role of chief marketing officer. Working alongside our well-established marketing team, Jo’s wealth of experience with large hospitality brands will be invaluable to Popeyes as we accelerate our growth strategy, bringing the brand to more customers across the UK.” (https://www.marketing-beat.co.uk/2025/05/07/popeyes-marketing-officer)
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jovaughton
If you feel ready to move towards the next stage in your career, or if you’re hiring for your team, please get in touch or connect with us/send a message on LinkedIn.
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