Promoting female leaders a priority for Circle K, says boss

Forecourt retailer says: "In Ireland, we have 50/50 gender balance in leadership roles and we want to continue this into the future” 

Gillian McGowran and Judy Glover, new roles with Circle K.

Garage forecourt retailer Circle K has promoted Gillian McGowran to market development director, with her predecessor Judy Glover moving to head of European merchandising with Circle K in Europe.

With Circle K Ireland for 12 years, Gillian will now lead the marketing strategy as well as category and supply chain management. Gillian’s prior roles included senior manager franchise channel and head of marketing. She previously worked in retail with Boots Ireland for 13 years.