Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited announced the following directorate changes: Mrs. Lynette Saltzman has resigned as an executive director of the Company to direct her focus on her operational role within the beauty category.
Mr Mark Bowman has resigned as an independent non-executive director of the Company in order to pursue personal interests. Mr. Saul Saltzman, an alternate executive director since November 2016 and Mr. Stanley Goetsch, currently a prescribed officer, have both been appointed as executive directors of the Company. They both bring many years' experience within various divisions in the Company. Ms Happy Masondo has been appointed as an independent non-executive director of the Company. In addition, she has been appointed to the Dis-Chem the Audit and Risk, Social and Ethics and Nomination and Remuneration committees. Ms Masondo is a non-executive director of various companies with a master's degree in law. Her specialities include commercial law with an emphasis in contractual, statutory and regulatory matters. She also brings great experience in the areas of climate change and sustainability. Her experience, knowledge and skill will be a great asset to the Board. The above changes are effective immediately.