Snow+Rock Group appoints new Non-Executive Chairman

2/3/2011 1:08 PM EST

Neil works with fast growing companies, often backed by private equity. He also
chairs Kurt Geiger, TJ Hughes, Skin Clinics and Dwell. Previously he was a
turnaround CEO in companies such as C&A, and the NAAFI, and he has
subsequently performed numerous non-executive roles in branded retail.

Dion Taylor, CEO of Snow+Rock, commented: “We’re delighted to have found Neil
as Chairman for the business, as someone who is not only a great retailer but also
who understands specialist retail. Neil is a very experienced multi-channel retailer,
who brings a breadth of experience in developing retail brands. He will be able to add
significant value to the business as we continue to develop our different specialist
brands, broaden our multi-channel offering and roll-out new stores.”

Neil McCausland said: “Snow+Rock is a fabulous brand, with a reputation built on
high quality product and service, and one that I have admired for some years. I
believe it has huge potential, especially when coupled with the cycling and running
brands to offer true specialist sports retailing. I am very excited about the opportunity
to work with Dion and his team to help drive forward the business.”

Snow+Rock is the UK’s leading retailer of specialist winter sports and outdoor
equipment and clothing. Along with its specialist cycle retail brand CycleSurgery, and
running specialist Runners Need, the group operates out of 37 retail locations, with
the majority co-locating two or more of the brands. The group also has three
dedicated online stores. The business was acquired by the management team in
September 2010 in a buy-out backed by LGV Capital, a leading mid-market private
equity house with a strong track record in consumer brands. The strategy is to
continue to rollout multi-brand stores in the UK.

For more information on the appointment, or any of the brands in the Snow+Rock
Group, please contact: