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HCL: Welcoming Our New CEO, John Want

  • natalieredington
  • Sep 18, 2024
  • 2 min read

We are delighted to announce the appointment of John Want as the new CEO of HCL, effective from the 1st of October 2024. 


John joins us with a wealth of experience in the food sector including a strong background in sales, marketing, and business leadership.  John is passionate about quality food and is committed to advancing HCL’s Vision:


We believe that every child should have access to healthy, nourishing meals that give them the foundations to grow, learn and achieve their potential.


John’s appointment comes at an exciting time for HCL.  Under his leadership, we will continue to innovate and grow, while further strengthening relationships with our valued customers.

Photo of New HCL CEO, John Want
HCL Appoints New CEO, John Want

On his new appointment John said:


"I’m delighted to be joining such a wonderful organisation in HCL as your new CEO.  It will be a privilege to build on the incredible work Ian has done over the past few years at a time of real pressure in our market and supply chain. I look forward to influencing and guiding a successful, sustainable future in partnership with everyone across the business."




As we welcome our new CEO John to HCL, we also extend our heartfelt thanks to Ian Hamilton, who is retiring after nearly 10 years with HCL.   Ian has been instrumental in guiding HCL through many challenges, including the Covid-19 pandemic, and has left the company in a strong position for future success.


Lisa Quinlan-Rahman, Chair of HCL’s Board said:


“We wish to thank and acknowledge Ian for his incredible contribution to HCL.  Ian leaves the organisation in a strong position for growth and we are grateful for his leadership. We are delighted to welcome John Want to HCL.  John shares HCL’s values and is committed to our purpose. He brings an inspiring Vision for the future and HCL's role in the education landscape.”

 

Thank You.

The HCL Team

2 Comments


Shakira
Shakira
4 days ago

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Emma Jameson
Emma Jameson
Oct 22, 2025

It's exciting to see the growth at HCL with the new CEO on board! This kind of leadership change can bring fresh ideas and innovations, especially in industries like senior care. As someone who's been following the developments in this field, it's inspiring to think about how companies like HCL can continue to improve their services, particularly in areas like care for the elderly. Seniorcarehomes is a great example of how the right leadership can make a difference in ensuring top-quality care and comfort for seniors. It's a space that's constantly evolving, and leadership plays such a pivotal role in that!

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