Margherita Della Valle has been named Vodafone’s first permanent female chief executive after serving as interim boss since July 2018.
She replaces Mr Nick Read who stepped down at the end of 2022.
Della will continue as chief financial officer until a new CFO is appointed.
Della Valle said: “I am honoured to have been appointed as Group Chief Executive. Vodafone has a unique position in Europe and Africa with strong customer relationships, networks and people.
To realise our potential Vodafone needs to change. We know we can do better. My focus will be to improve the service for our customers, simplify our business and grow.”
