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John Rishton

Ahold · Netherlands

✓ Verified current role· as of 2026-10-01

John Rishton is the CEO of Ahold (AD). Rishton is based in the Netherlands. Rishton was born in 1958 and educated at University of Nottingham.

John Frederick Rishton is a British business executive who currently sits as the Chair of Serco and Informa. He was previously the CEO of Rolls-Royce from March 2011 to July 2015.

Recent developments

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Recent coverage has focused on John Rishton's appointment as incoming chair at Imperial. The headlines also reflect Rishton's earlier executive roles, including a tenure at Rolls-Royce that ended with his departure in 2015, and prior leadership positions within the Ahold retail organization.

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Born
February 21, 1958
Citizenship
United Kingdom
Education
University of Nottingham

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John Rishton: FAQ

What company does John Rishton lead?
John Rishton is CEO of Ahold.
Where was John Rishton educated?
John Rishton studied at University of Nottingham.