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Super Group: Leadership Change
Kirsty Ross promoted to Chief Operating Officer, replacing Jason Kenny who is no longer on the Executive Team. Ross previously served as Chief People Officer and Chief of Staff since October 2023. Additionally, Justin Stock hired as Head of Commercial and M&A from external counsel role.
Source: SBC News
The leadership read
Leadership transitions often precede broader the sector bench-strengthening over the next two quarters.
Market context: the MitchelLake Talent Market Index reads 114.6 — Hot (+16.3 vs prior month); EMEA signal share is easing (-3.5pts).
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