Boots appoints Burger King chief

Boots has appointed former Burger King marketing chief Andrew Brent as marketing director. Brent, who left the fast-food chain in March (MW March 31), takes over from Ian Hunter, who has been overseeing the role for two years. Hunter is moving to a role at the company’s international operation.

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