RLA appoints new chief exec

Andrew Dixon has worked across the globe for firms including household names such as Tesco, Boots and Procter & Gamble and was responsible for leading the Tesco Clubcard and Boots Advantage Card loyalty and insight programmes which are amongst the most successful in the world.

Since November 2017 he has been interim Chief Operating Officer of Uchumi Supermarkets PLC in Kenya.

Commenting on his appointment, Andrew Dixon said:

“I believe the RLA has developed a great service for its members and this is reflected in the doubling of its membership over the last five years.

“I look forward to bringing some additional experience to the team which I hope will extend the offer and further grow the membership.”

Alan Ward, RLA Chairman, has welcomed the new CEO to the RLA saying:

“Andrew brings a wealth of experience in gaining and retaining customers and we look forward to him applying this to the RLA. It is more important than ever that private landlords have support to provide high standard accommodation and Andrew will ensure that membership of the RLA provides this to more landlords.”