the Original Factory Shop Appoints Tim Bettley As Managing Director

May 07, 2025•3 months ago

Position

Managing Director

Company

The Original Factory Shop

Tim Bettley

LancashireRetail

Description

The Original Factory Shop has appointed Tim Bettley as its new managing director, returning to the position he previously held from 2015 to 2018. This comes as the company faces significant restructuring to secure its future and improve online growth.

Company Information

Company

The Original Factory Shop

Location

Lancashire, England, United Kingdom

About

The Original Factory Shop (TOFS) is a discount retailer founded in 1969. It offers a variety of products including beauty brands, sportswear, and DIY tools. The retailer operates around 180 stores and has a workforce of approximately 1,800 employees. TOFS was previously owned by Duke Street before being acquired by Modella Capital.

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