Jonathan Miller brings over 30 years of senior leadership experience, with a strong track record in customer-facing, multi-site operations and substantial expertise in M&A, leveraged finance, and equity fundraising. As former CEO of McColl’s plc, Jonathan managed a £1.2bn business with 1,600 stores and 15,000 employees, demonstrating deep expertise in commercial operations, financial management, and strategic growth.

Jonathan has a proven ability to drive growth and profitability. Notable achievements include completing an MBO of the 640-store Forbuoys newsagent chain in 1995, followed by the £80 million acquisition of 780 Martins newsagent stores, which helped create McColls Retail Group. In 2005, he led a secondary buyout and spearheaded an expansion programme, acquiring over 300 independent stores in just five years.

In 2014, Jonathan led an IPO raising £130 million on the main market, further establishing McColl’s as a key player in the convenience retail space. In 2016, he completed the £117 million acquisition of 298 stores from Co-op, boosting revenue by 30% and EBITDA by 40%. His successful track record in M&A, corporate acquisitions, debt refinancings, and strategic disposals makes him a highly experienced and capable leader.