Swedish kitchen furniture group Nobia, owner of UK brand Magnet, has announced the appointment of George Dymond as EVP and Head of Region UK.

He will succeed Kristoffer Ljungfelt, who recently was appointed to assume the position as president and CEO of Nobia.

George will become member of Nobia’s Group management team, and assumes his new role latest by 1 July 2024. He joined Nobia in 2023 and has over two decades of experience from senior leadership roles in the retail industry across the UK, Australia, and the US.

“George has been instrumental in driving a positive change in the UK business and is a key contributor to the UK management team,” Nobia said.

“He has a track record of successful turnarounds, great leadership abilities and is well equipped to continue to drive the transformation and further develop the UK business.”