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Jason Hargreaves

CEO at Matalan
📍 Greater Liverpool Area, United Kingdom

Jason Hargreaves is the son of Matalan founder John Hargreaves and has been with the family business for his entire career. He served as CEO for seven years before stepping down in 2020 to become a strategic adviser to the board, where his extensive knowledge continues to guide the company.

Described as a media-shy family man with a great sense of humour, his siblings are also involved in the retail industry. He is deeply motivated by building upon his fathers legacy and providing for his own family, emphasizing that the core family values should remain embedded in the business.

He has been immersed in retail since childhood, officially joining Matalan at its inception in 1985 at the age of 17.

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Current Role
CEO
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Greater Liverpool Area, United Kingdom
Personality Overview
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Priorities

Topics Jason cares about

Family Business Legacy
As the founder's son, he is dedicated to continuing his father's vision and ensuring the core family values remain central to the business culture and strategy.
Value Retail Strategy
He focuses on offering customers the best value in fashion and home, aiming to provide high quality at a significantly lower price point than mid-market competitors.
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Career

Work history

CEO
Matalan
In the press

Media appearances

Jason Hargreaves, CEO of Matalan - The CEO Magazine. Featured in The CEO Magazine
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Matalan CEO Jason Hargreaves steps down - Retail Gazette. Featured in Retail Gazette
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