Business Stream, Scotland’s largest provider of non-domestic water and waste water services, has confirmed Johanna Dow's appointment as permanent chief executive as the business looks towards the opening of the English non-domestic retail water market in 2017.
Johanna Dow was appointed as interim chief executive in October 2014 and has been with Business Stream since its inception in 2007.
Business Stream chairman Ronnie Mercer said:
“No-one knows Business Stream better than Jo. As chief executive she brings a very strong commercial understanding as well as an exemplary focus on our Scottish customers.”
“She will be an excellent leader of the business as it moves towards a pivotal time for the water market, ensuring we continue to focus on working closely with our customers in Scotland and delivering improved choice to customers in England.”
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