So what will Newton-Jones do at the firm? Based in London, he’ll “lead the continued expansion of the firm’s valuation, disposition and capital services working in partnership with a seasoned team of professionals to provide comprehensive solutions, including lending to, investing in and providing advice, for retail, consumer, commercial, and industrial clients and partners”.   

He’s an experienced executive with a high profile in fashion and, as mentioned, led struggling Mothercare as it worked on its turnaround and transformation. He was previously CEO of Shop DirectVeryNext

Gordon Brothers’ Chief Investment Officer Franck Morton said: “His experience in leading companies through transition exemplifies the core of our history and is part of our DNA. Under Mark’s leadership, we look forward to expanding our global footprint to deliver comprehensive, bespoke solutions for our clients and partners throughout our established UK and European markets and into new markets in the Middle East and Africa.”