Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) has welcomed John Browett as its new global retail head.

Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) Appoints New Global Retail Head

According to an announcement made by Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL), John Browett, chief executive of the U.K. consumer-electronics retailer Dixons has been appointed as the new senior vice president for its global retail unit.

In his new role, he will oversee Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL)’s retail strategy and the expansion of its stores around the world, from the current total of around 300.

He will start at Apple in April and will be reporting directly to chief executive Tim Cook.

Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) stocks were at 456.48 at the end of the last day’s trading. There’s been a 11.9% movement in the stock price over the past 3 months.

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