JJB Sports plc Board of Directors
Chris Ronnie - Chief Executive
Aged 46, Chris Ronnie was part of the consortium which in June 2007 acquired the share block held by David Whelan and his family. Chris joined the Board as Deputy Chief Executive on 8 June 2007 and succeeded Tom Knight as Chief Executive on 3 August 2007. Chris brings to JJB a wealth of experience from his many years in the sports industry sector including both manufacturing and retail areas. Chris previously worked for Blane Leisure Limited (Sports Division), a major competitor of JJB prior to JJB's acquisition of that company in September 1998. He has since held senior positions in several other sports companies including Umbro plc and Sports Direct International plc.