Compass Group PLC has announced the appointment of Ms. Liat Ben-Zur as a Non-executive Director, effective from 1 July 2024. Liat brings over 27 years of experience in driving digital transformation and product innovation, having had successful careers with Microsoft, Philips, and Qualcomm. She is known for her strategic insights in disruptive technologies and product-led growth. Liat is currently an Independent Director of Talkspace, Inc., a company listed on NASDAQ, and has previously served as an Independent Member of the Supervisory Board of Umicore, a listed Belgian company, from 2017 to 2021.

Upon her appointment, Liat will also join the Audit, Corporate Responsibility, Nomination, and Remuneration Committees. Ian Meakins, Chair of Compass Group PLC, expressed his delight at Liat Ben-Zur's appointment, stating that her background and experience will be invaluable to the Board as they continue to focus on digital technologies as a source of competitive advantage to support their growth ambitions.

The announcement does not require further disclosure in accordance with LR 9.6.13 (2) to (6). For further information, contact Alison Yapp at +44 (0)1932 573000.