Executive Chair and CEO to retire
Executive Chair and CEO Greg Fitzgerald to retire, roles to separate, CEO successor search underway.
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Vistry Group PLC ("Vistry", the "Group" or the "Company") announces that Greg Fitzgerald has informed the Board that he intends to retire from the Company. Greg's retirement will see the separation of the Chair and CEO roles.
His tenure as Chair will conclude at the AGM on 13 May 2026. Greg will continue to serve as CEO for up to 12 months, or until a successor is appointed.
A search for Greg's successor as CEO has commenced, and in anticipation of Greg's eventual retirement as CEO, the Board has a detailed CEO succession plan which will enable an effective transition of responsibilities.
Greg Fitzgerald, Executive Chair and CEO of Vistry Group said: "It has been a privilege to work with such dedicated colleagues to transform the business to become the leading provider of affordable, mixed tenure housing in the country. It is an exciting time for Vistry as it focuses on addressing the chronic affordable housing shortage. After over 45 years in the sector, it is the right time for me to retire and I am confident that Vistry will go from strength to strength well into the future."
Rob Woodward, Senior Independent and Non-Executive Director of Vistry Group, said: "On behalf of the Board I would like to thank Greg for his outstanding contribution to Vistry since 2017 and to the sector over his illustrious career. During his time with Vistry, he has played a pivotal role in its strategic transformation by leading the turnaround of Bovis; the acquisition of Linden Homes and the Galliford Try partnerships business to create Vistry; the acquisition of Countryside; and the strategic step to focus on partnerships. The Company is now well positioned for growth and is set to play a key role in the increased supply of high-quality affordable homes in the UK. His legacy and impact across the UK housing sector cannot be understated. We look forward to continuing to work with him until his departure, driving the success of the business, and we wish him well in his forthcoming retirement."
Further updates will be given in due course, including the date on which Greg will step down from the Board. Following his retirement, Greg will act as a special adviser for 12 months, ensuring the Group continues to benefit from his extensive experience.
Vistry Group PLC's legal entity identifier is 2138001KOWN7CG9SLK53.
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