Nigel Simpson is the Head of International for Greggs PLC based in Newcastle. In this new role, he is responsible for exploring the opportunity to take the North East brand global. He has over 25 year’s experience in the retail industry, and since joining the business in 2015, has spent time leading teams and key strategic projects across a number of senior roles across the commercial, retail and finance functions. Nigel is also a trustee for the charity mynewhair, a charity founded to provide help, advice and support to anyone living with the effects of medical hair loss.
Outside of work, Nigel is a keen runner and is a member of a local running clubs. He is married with one son and a dog.