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CHRISTIAN BARTON PROMOTED TO FINANCE DIRECTOR

Published by Gbaf News

Posted on July 26, 2014

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Christian Barton Appointed Finance Director

It is announced that Christian Barton, Financial Controller, is appointed Finance Director, PPL. This will take effect when Ben Lambert, currently CFO, steps down in July.

Barton's Career Path at PPL

Christian joined PPL as Financial Analyst and was then promoted to his current role in 2009. Prior to joining PPL, he spent 5 years in the publishing industry at Haymarket and Conde Nast in various management accounts roles

Leadership Endorsements and Experience

“Christian has been working under Ben for 9 years and so is very experienced in PPL’s operations and finances,” said Peter Leathem. “Christian has been a star performer at PPL for some time and, as succession planning is something on which I have been very focussed, I am delighted that we are able to promote from within and offer him this career progression with the opportunity now arising.”

Christian Barton's Response to Promotion

“I’m delighted to have the opportunity to take on the Finance Director role at PPL,” said Christian Barton. “I have had a wonderful time at the company and want to thank Ben from whom I have learnt a great deal. I very much look forward to the opportunities that lie ahead as we look to enhance yet further the value and service to our Members.”

Key Takeaways

  • Christian Barton is promoted internally from Financial Controller to Finance Director at PPL, effective July.
  • He began at PPL as a Financial Analyst and became Financial Controller in 2009.
  • Before PPL, Barton spent five years in management accounts roles at Haymarket and Condé Nast.
  • Peter Leathem highlights Barton's nine years of experience working under the outgoing CFO and his suitability for succession.
  • Barton expresses gratitude to Ben Lambert and looks forward to enhancing value and service to PPL’s Members.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When does Christian Barton’s promotion take effect?
His appointment takes effect in July when the current CFO, Ben Lambert, steps down.
What roles did Barton hold before becoming Finance Director?
He joined PPL as a Financial Analyst, was promoted to Financial Controller in 2009, and previously worked at Haymarket and Condé Nast in management accounts roles.
Why was Christian Barton chosen for the role?
Peter Leathem cited Barton's nine years working under the CFO, his deep understanding of PPL’s operations and finances, and internal succession planning as key reasons for his promotion.
What does Barton say about his new role?
He expressed gratitude to Ben Lambert for his mentorship and looks forward to leveraging his experience to enhance value and service to PPL’s Members.

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