George Weston
Chief Executive Officer at ASSOCIATED BRITISH FOODS PLC
Net worth: 122 M $ as of 2024-03-30
Network origin in George Weston first degree
| Entity | Entity type | Industry | |
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| Public Company | Food: Major Diversified | 28 | |
The British Museum Friends Ltd.
 The British Museum Friends Ltd. Investment Trusts/Mutual FundsMiscellaneous The British Museum Friends Ltd. is a company that is based in London, UK. The private company's main focus is on providing visitors with the opportunity to explore and learn about human history and culture. With a collection of over two million artifacts, the British Museum offers a unique experience for those interested in history and culture.
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| Private Company | Investment Trusts/Mutual Funds | 22 |
Wittington Investments Ltd.
 Wittington Investments Ltd. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Wittington Investments Ltd. operates as a holding company with interests in providing investment services. It invests in ABF group, other retail, real estate, hotels, and private equity companies. The firm processes and distributes food products. The company was incorporated on March 22, 1941 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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| Subsidiary | Financial Conglomerates | 12 |
The British Museum Co. Ltd.
 The British Museum Co. Ltd. Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services The British Museum owns and operates a museum. It was created by an Act of Parliament and receives funding from the government's department of culture, media and sport. It was founded by Sir Hans Sloane in 1753 and is located in London, UK
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| Non-Profit Organization | Other Consumer Services | 11 |
The Brooke Weston Trust
 The Brooke Weston Trust Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Brooke Weston Trust provides educational services. The private company is based in Corby, UK. The CEO of the British company is Andrew Campbell.
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| Private Company | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | 10 |
The Garfield Weston Foundation
 The Garfield Weston Foundation Investment Trusts/Mutual FundsMiscellaneous Garfield Weston Foundation provides grants for charitable organizations. It grants to organizations in the categories of arts, youth, community, religion, education, health, environment and welfare. The company was founded by Willard Garfield Weston in 1958 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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| Foundation/Endowment | Investment Trusts/Mutual Funds | 7 |
Wittington Investments (Properties) Ltd.
 Wittington Investments (Properties) Ltd. Real Estate Investment TrustsFinance Wittington Investments (Properties) Ltd. is a real estate investment trust founded in 2009. The private company is based in London, UK. The British company operates in the real estate industry.
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| Private Company | Real Estate Investment Trusts | 6 |
Wittington Investments (Developments) Ltd.
 Wittington Investments (Developments) Ltd. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Wittington Investments (Developments) Ltd. provides investment services. The private company is based in London, UK and has subsidiaries in the United Kingdom.
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| Private Company | Financial Conglomerates | 5 |
Brighton Grand Hotel Operations Ltd.
 Brighton Grand Hotel Operations Ltd. Hotels/Resorts/Cruise linesConsumer Services Part of YBOX Real Estate Ltd., Brighton Grand Hotel Operations Ltd. is a luxury hotel located in Brighton, UK. Brighton Grand Hotel Operations was acquired by Fattal Hotels Co. Ltd. on February 20, 2023. The hotel aims to achieve continuous improvement in their environmental performance and offers a range of perks when booking directly with them. The British company was founded in 2014 and Andrew Mosley has been the CEO of the company since 2010.
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| Subsidiary | Hotels/Resorts/Cruise lines | 4 |
Wittington Investments (Brighton Grand) Ltd.
 Wittington Investments (Brighton Grand) Ltd. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Part of The Garfield Weston Foundation, Wittington Investments (Brighton Grand) Ltd. is a British company that provides investment services. The private company is based in London, UK and was founded in 2014.
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| Subsidiary | Financial Conglomerates | 4 |
Wittington Investments (WPX) Ltd.
 Wittington Investments (WPX) Ltd. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Part of The Garfield Weston Foundation, Wittington Investments (WPX) Ltd. provides investment services. The private company is based in London, UK.
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| Subsidiary | Financial Conglomerates | 3 |
Wittington Investments (FIPL) Ltd.
 Wittington Investments (FIPL) Ltd. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Part of The Garfield Weston Foundation, Wittington Investments (FIPL) Ltd. is a British company that provides investment services. The private company is based in London, UK and was founded in 2014.
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| Subsidiary | Financial Conglomerates | 3 |
Wittington Investments (Next Wave) Ltd.
 Wittington Investments (Next Wave) Ltd. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Wittington Investments (Next Wave) Ltd. is an investment holding British company founded in 2006. The private company is based in London, UK. The company functions as an investment holding company.
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| Private Company | Financial Conglomerates | 3 |
Wittington Investments (BPA III) Ltd.
 Wittington Investments (BPA III) Ltd. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Part of The Garfield Weston Foundation, Wittington Investments (BPA III) Ltd. is a British company that provides investment services. The private company is based in London, UK and was founded in 2014.
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| Subsidiary | Financial Conglomerates | 3 |
Wittington Investments Finance Ltd.
 Wittington Investments Finance Ltd. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Part of The Garfield Weston Foundation, Wittington Investments Finance Ltd. is a British company that provides investment services. The private company is based in London, UK and was founded in 2014.
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| Subsidiary | Financial Conglomerates | 3 |
Wittington Investments (VO1) Ltd.
 Wittington Investments (VO1) Ltd. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Wittington Investments (VO1) Ltd. is an investment services provider. The private company is based in London, UK. The British company was founded in 2008.
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| Private Company | Financial Conglomerates | 2 |
Howard Investments Ltd.
 Howard Investments Ltd. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Part of The Garfield Weston Foundation, Howard Investments Ltd. provides investment services. The private company is based in London, UK.
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| Subsidiary | Financial Conglomerates | 2 |
Charbonnel et Walker Ltd.
 Charbonnel et Walker Ltd. Food: Specialty/CandyConsumer Non-Durables Charbonnel et Walker Ltd. is an iconic chocolatier that offers a variety of fine chocolates and truffles. The private company is based in London, UK and has subsidiaries in the United Kingdom. The British company specializes in beautifully presented and personalized chocolate gifts for special occasions. The company was founded in 1875 by Mme Charbonnel and Walker Charbonnel.
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| Private Company | Food: Specialty/Candy | 2 |
Chart of Companies connected to the second degree
Multi-company connection
Companies connected to George Weston via their personal network
| Company | Sector | Related people | Main position |
|---|---|---|---|
| BT GROUP PLC | Major Telecommunications | Chief Executive Officer Director/Board Member | |
| PRUDENTIAL PLC | Multi-Line Insurance | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| DIAGEO PLC | Beverages: Alcoholic | Director of Finance/CFO Chairman General Counsel | |
| RELX PLC | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member Chief Tech/Sci/R&D Officer | |
| INTERTEK GROUP PLC | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member Chief Executive Officer | |
| BUNZL PLC | Wholesale Distributors | Chairman Director of Finance/CFO | |
| BLACKROCK, INC. | Investment Managers | Director/Board Member Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| LOBLAW COMPANIES LIMITED | Food Retail | Chairman Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| CENTRICA PLC | Gas Distributors | Chief Operating Officer Director/Board Member | |
Selfridges & Co. Ltd.
 Selfridges & Co. Ltd. Department StoresRetail Trade Selfridges & Co. Ltd. owns and operates departmental stores. It offers men's and women's wear, beauty treatment, bridal and gift registry, personal shopping, and deli counters. The firm also retails its store products through its online store and mail orders. The company was founded by Harry Gordon Selfridge in 1909 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Department Stores | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Chief Executive Officer | |
Marks & Spencer Plc
 Marks & Spencer Plc Department StoresRetail Trade Marks & Spencer Plc operates department stores. It offers women, men and kids clothing, accessories, footwear, toys and gifts. The firm also provides home furniture, cookware, dinner sets, mugs, bed sheets, crockery, glassware, ceiling lights, pillows, luggage, rugs, storage, bathroom accessories, towels, food and wine, flowers, food hampers, alcohol gifts, chocolates and sweet gifts, greeting cards, stationery and wrappings and offers on kids wear, Christmas and food gift, The company was founded in 1884 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Department Stores | Director of Finance/CFO Public Communications Contact | |
| SCHRODERS PLC | Investment Managers | Director/Board Member Chairman | |
| GEORGE WESTON LIMITED | Food Retail | President Chief Executive Officer Director/Board Member | |
| Bank of England | General Government | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| Government of United Kingdom | Sovereign | Corporate Officer/Principal Minister of Government | |
| University of Oxford | College/University | Graduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Graduate Degree Doctorate Degree Graduate Degree | |
British Broadcasting Corp.
 British Broadcasting Corp. BroadcastingConsumer Services British Broadcasting Corp. provides broadcasting services. It offers news, sport, weather reports, DVD shopping, videos, travel, capital, culture, music, nature, food and local news. The company was founded by John Charles Walsham Reith in 1922 and is headquartered in White City, the United Kingdom. | Broadcasting | President Director/Board Member | |
Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales
 Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales ensures that its members, students, and affiliates maintain the highest standards of professional competency and conduct to protect the public interest. The non-profit company is based in London, UK, and has subsidiaries in the United Kingdom. With over 150,000 members, the institute provides technical information, helplines, and communities to its members. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| School of Oriental & African Studies | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Graduate Degree | |
Business in the Community
 Business in the Community Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Business in the Community provides business development and training support services. It offers support services covering research and resource development, benchmarking and recognition, network building and partnerships, and training support and consulting. The firm also organizes and implements donation programs, sponsorship projects, and corporate social responsibility events. The company was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Chairman Director/Board Member | |
House of Dorchester Ltd.
 House of Dorchester Ltd. Food: Specialty/CandyConsumer Non-Durables House of Dorchester Ltd. manufactures chocolates, cocoa and confectionery products. The firm offers personalized chocolate bars, personalized pictorials, slims and envelopes, personalized chocolate boxes, luxury truffle boxes, luxury assortments, and self indulgent chocolate bars. The company was founded in 1963 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Food: Specialty/Candy | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| Magdalen College School Oxford Ltd | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| University of Cambridge | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Graduate Degree Graduate Degree | |
IQ Business Pty Ltd. (New Zealand)
 IQ Business Pty Ltd. (New Zealand) Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services IQ Business Pty Ltd. is the largest independent management and technology consulting firm in South Africa, with subsidiaries in the United States and New Zealand. IQbusiness specializes in digital business and offers services to help clients innovate their business models and accelerate digital transformation. The South African company is a certified level 1 B-BBEE contributor and provides customer-centricity measurements, customer experience analysis, and insights that lead to effective decision-making. IQbusiness also offers training courses covering agile safe design thinking process innovation, among others. The company's industry-led teams are innovators for growth and have a proven track record of helping clients overcome their toughest challenges. The company was founded in 1998 by Johan J. Roets and is currently led by CEO Adam Craker. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Chairman | |
Fortnum & Mason Plc
 Fortnum & Mason Plc Department StoresRetail Trade Fortnum & Mason Plc owns and operates department stores. The firm provides hampers, wine and spirits, confectionaries and chocolates, gift cards, journals, champagnes, tea and coffee, tea gift packs, ground coffee, teapots, biscuits, cakes, cheeses, fishes, condiments, fruit baskets, vodka, beer and cider, tea accessories, fragrance, jewelries, bags and wallets, and books. The company was founded by Hugh Mason and William Fortnum in 1707 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Department Stores | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
South African Airways SOC Ltd.
 South African Airways SOC Ltd. Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services South African Airways SOC Ltd. provides airline transportation services. It also offers logistics and aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul through its subsidiaries. The company was founded on February 1, 1934 and is headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa. | Other Consumer Services | Chairman | |
Grosvenor International Fund Management Ltd.
 Grosvenor International Fund Management Ltd. Real Estate Investment TrustsFinance Grosvenor International Fund Management Ltd. provides property investment and management services. The company was founded on July 4, 2003 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Real Estate Investment Trusts | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Berry Bros. & Rudd Ltd.
 Berry Bros. & Rudd Ltd. Food DistributorsDistribution Services Berry Bros. & Rudd Ltd. distributes alcoholic beverages. The firm distributes wine, spirits and other beverages. The company was incorporated on June 24, 2005 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Food Distributors | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
RELX Group Plc
 RELX Group Plc Packaged SoftwareTechnology Services RELX Group Plc engages in the provision of information and analytics for professional and business customers. It operates in four major segments such as scientific, technical and medical, risk and business analytics, legal and exhibitions. The company was founded on September 11, 1992 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Packaged Software | Director/Board Member Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| International Monetary Fund | General Government | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| London School of Economics & Political Science | College/University | Graduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Director/Board Member | |
Primark Stores Ltd.
 Primark Stores Ltd. Apparel/Footwear RetailRetail Trade Primark Stores Ltd. engages in the operation of retail outlets. It offers clothing, footwear, homeware, accessories, beauty, and confectionery products. The company was founded on April 30, 1948 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Apparel/Footwear Retail | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (United Kingdom)
 PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (United Kingdom) Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP engages in the provision of accounting services. Its services include audit and assurance, accounting advisory, risk assurance, tax management, corporate insolvency, life cycle assessment, forensic services, private equity advisory, and financial reporting valuations. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Other Consumer Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Peotona Group Holdings Pty Ltd.
 Peotona Group Holdings Pty Ltd. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Peotona Group Holdings Pty Ltd. operates as an investment holding company. Its model focuses on broad based empowerment, new enterprise development, skills development for owners and staff in those enterprises, and focus on women and people with disabilities and previously disadvantaged communities. The company was founded by Cheryl Ann Carolus, Dolly Doreen Mokgatle, Noluthando Dorian Bahedile Orleyn and Wendy Elizabeth Lucas-Bull in 2005 and is headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa. | Financial Conglomerates | Founder | |
International Crisis Group
 International Crisis Group Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services International Crisis Group is a non-profit organization that works to prevent wars and shape policies. The non-profit company is based in Brussels, BE and has subsidiaries in the United States. The CEO of the Belgian company is Gareth Evans. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member | |
| The W. Garfield Weston Foundation | President Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | ||
Mercedes-Benz South Africa Ltd.
 Mercedes-Benz South Africa Ltd. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Mercedes-Benz South Africa Ltd. manufactures automobiles. The company is headquartered in Centurion, South Africa. | Specialty Stores | Director/Board Member | |
ABF Investments Plc
 ABF Investments Plc MiscellaneousMiscellaneous ABF Investments Plc operates as a holding company with interest in retailing food ingredients. The company was founded in 1935 and is headquartered in London, GB. | Miscellaneous | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Victoria & Albert Museum
 Victoria & Albert Museum Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Victoria & Albert Museum engages in the operation of museum. It offers national collections and houses some of the resources for the study of architecture, furniture, fashion, textiles, photography, sculpture, painting, jewelry, glass, ceramics, book arts, Asian art and design, theatre, and performance. The company was founded in 1852 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Other Consumer Services | Chairman Director/Board Member | |
| House of Lords | General Government | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| Ponahalo Capital (Pty) Ltd. | Director/Board Member | ||
South African National Parks
 South African National Parks Media ConglomeratesConsumer Services South African National Parks operates nature parks. The private company is based in Pretoria, South Africa. Fundisile Mketeni has been the CEO of the South African company since 2014. | Media Conglomerates | Chairman | |
| Harvard Business School | College/University | Masters Business Admin Masters Business Admin Masters Business Admin | |
Richmond Hill Hotel (Operations) Ltd.
 Richmond Hill Hotel (Operations) Ltd. Hotels/Resorts/Cruise linesConsumer Services Part of The Garfield Weston Foundation, Richmond Hill Hotel (Operations) Ltd. operates hotels. The private company is based in London, UK and was founded in 2009. | Hotels/Resorts/Cruise lines | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Wittington Investments (Richmond Hill Hotel) Ltd.
 Wittington Investments (Richmond Hill Hotel) Ltd. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Part of The Garfield Weston Foundation, Wittington Investments (Richmond Hill Hotel) Ltd. is a British company that provides investment services. The private company is based in London, UK and was founded in 2005. | Financial Conglomerates | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member |
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| United Kingdom | 35 |
| South Africa | 7 |
| United States | 4 |
| Canada | 4 |
| Netherlands | 2 |
Sectoral
| Consumer Services | 13 |
| Commercial Services | 9 |
| Retail Trade | 9 |
| Finance | 7 |
| Government | 5 |
Operational
| Director/Board Member | 537 |
| Chairman | 102 |
| Corporate Officer/Principal | 89 |
| Independent Dir/Board Member | 77 |
| Chief Executive Officer | 40 |
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| Mark Andrew Pears | 73 |
| Cheryl Carolus | 39 |
| Dame Corley | 35 |
| Dame Rabbatts | 29 |
| Deryck Charles Maughan | 27 |
| Gavin Patterson | 24 |
| Timothy Clarke | 22 |
| Francisco Ferrán Larraz | 21 |
| Michael Alexander | 21 |
| Eoin Tonge | 21 |
| Philipp Michael Hildebrand | 21 |
| Guy Howard Weston | 20 |
| Graham Allan | 19 |
| Ruth Cairnie | 18 |
| Michael Hastings Jay | 17 |
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