Wilton & Bain appoints Oliver Bentley to lead consumer interim transformation work

Oliver Bentley, newly appointed partner at Wilton and Bain

Oliver Bentley joins as a partner focused on senior interim appointments across consumer markets, technology and business transformation.

Wilton & Bain has appointed Oliver Bentley as a partner in its interim management business, strengthening its work with consumer and FMCG employers seeking senior leaders for periods of change.

He will focus on C-suite and C-1 appointments across business transformation, technology and digital. The practice will work with large corporates and private equity-backed businesses.

Consumer transformation focus

Bentley most recently worked in value creation and transformation advisory at New Street Consulting Group. His experience spans executive recruitment and work with CEOs and investors, including around mergers and acquisitions.

They need leaders who can make decisions, bring people with them and turn those plans into results.

Oliver Bentley, Partner, Wilton & Bain

He said consumer businesses are investing in technology while managing cost pressures and growth plans. He also highlighted the opportunity to draw on expertise across Wilton & Bain’s sectors and functions.

Managing partner James Humphreys said Bentley would collaborate with established partners across consumer, private equity and technology to help clients find interim talent.

For executive search and interim recruitment teams, the appointment highlights the connection between specialist market knowledge and the leadership required to deliver transformation.

Image: Wilton & Bain, from its appointment announcement.

Key takeaways

  • Oliver Bentley joins the consumer interim management practice.
  • His focus includes transformation, technology and digital leadership.
  • The practice serves corporates and private equity-backed consumer businesses.

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