About Roger Burnley
Born 1966. Roger Burnley is a British business executive.
Roger Michael Burnley (born June 1966 ) is a British businessman, and was the chief executive (CEO) of Asda from January 2018, when he succeeded Sean Clarke, until August 2021.
Early life Burnley was born in Dewsbury, Yorkshire, and grew up in Yorkshire. He was educated at Heckmondwike Grammar School. He earned a degree in geography from Bournemouth University.
He was appointed Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in the 2022 New Year Honours for services to the food supply chain.
Burnley became a non-executive director of the food business Finnebrogue in 2022, following the death of its founder Denis Lynn.
Personal life Burnley is married, has two children and lives in Yorkshire. He a lifelong fan of Huddersfield Town A.F.C.
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British business executive
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Roger Burnley was born in 1966 in Dewsbury.
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