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Biography
Ian Keith Meakins (born 31 August 1956) is a British businessman. He is the chief executive of Wolseley plc, a British multinational building materials distribution company.
Early life
He was educated at St Catharine's College, University of Cambridge.
Career
He has been CEO of Wolseley plc since 13 July 2009, having previously served as chief executive of Travelex Holdings Ltd. He was CEO of Alliance UniChem plc until its merger with Boots in July 2006. From 1992 to 2004, he was with Diageo plc, rising to President of European Major Markets and Global Supply.
From 1978 to 1985, he was a brand manager with Procter & Gamble, from 1985 to 1988, a senior manager with Bain & Company, and from 1988 to 1991 a Founding Partner at Kalchas Group (management consulting).
He is also director of the Impetus Trust, and a non-executive director of Centrica plc.
Personal life
He is married, with three children.