Neil appointed HMV commercial director

Written By: Graeme Neill Publication Date: Mon, 11/07/2011 - 08:50 Michael Neil, Waterstone's former commercial director, has joined HMV as its new commercial director. He has been appointed to the retailer with immediate effect and replaces Gary Warren, who recently left to pursue new interests after 25 years with the company. Neil will be responsible for the retailer's 55 strong commercial team for HMV UK and Ireland and Fopp. read more Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

[ The Bookseller | 2011-07-11 00:00:00 UTC ]
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