A seasoned retailer, Alan has served on the Boards of Marks & Spencer, Kingfisher and Mothercare, as well as being involved with a number of growing consumer brands including Space NK, Planet Organic, Colefax Group and Martin McColl as a Director.
Alan joined Piper’s Advisory Panel in 2003, though his relationship with Piper began in 1992 when he was Chairman of Storehouse. As Alan says, “The young businesses Piper attract are remarkable for their innovation and energy. I find the challenge of assessing their potential both stimulating and rewarding”