John Coles (born 1944) is a prominent British businessman, widely recognized for his leadership roles in several major companies. He served as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of [[Amersham plc]], a global health sciences company specializing in diagnostic and research products, from 1990 until 2001. During his tenure, he oversaw significant growth and development, culminating in the company's merger with [[GE Healthcare]] in 2004.
Beyond Amersham, Coles has held numerous non-executive and chairman positions across a diverse range of industries. His notable roles include:
- Chairman of [[Britvic plc]], the soft drinks manufacturer.
- Chairman of [[Northern Foods plc]], a leading food manufacturer.
- Chairman of [[Wickes Group plc]], a home improvement retailer.
- Non-Executive Director of [[GlaxoSmithKline plc]], a multinational pharmaceutical company.
- Non-Executive Director of [[Lloyds TSB Group plc]], a banking and financial services company.
Coles' career reflects extensive experience in corporate governance, strategic planning, and the management of large public companies. He is known for his contributions to the pharmaceutical, food, retail, and financial sectors in the UK.