The National Buying Group has announced the appointment of Chris Hayward as its new Non‑Executive Chair, effective from 1st July 2026.
As the former CEO of NMBS, Chris has been a long‑standing supporter of the independent merchant community and brings deep sector knowledge, strategic insight and a highly collaborative approach to the role.
Commenting on his appointment, Chris said: “I’m delighted to be joining NBG. It’s a business I’ve admired since its formation, and I’m looking forward to working closely with the board, executive team and Partners to build on past successes, strengthen collaboration, and navigate the sector’s challenges and opportunities together.”
In a post on its LinkedIn page, NBG added: “We’d like to thank Stephen Harrison for the positive impact he has made on NBG during his time in the role and wish Stephen every success for the future.”
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