EG Group, the international operator of convenience retail, foodservices and fuel stations, has announced the appointment of Mark Segal as group chief financial officer (CFO).

Segal joins the firm from Spin Master, a global children’s entertainment business, where he worked as CFO from 2015 and executive vice president between 2001 and 2011.

He was part of the team that undertook an IPO of the business on the Toronto Stock Exchange in 2015.

Segal was responsible for providing leadership in all areas of finance to support the growth of Spin Master in a profitable and sustainable manner. He also ensured that the business met all public company listing requirements.

Prior to Spin Master, Segal was VP finance & CFO for Husky Injection Moulding Systems, a private equity owned-global manufacturer of injection moulding machinery and equipment.

Segal also worked as chief operating officer for the premium cold weather apparel manufacturer Canada Goose Inc.

Segal will be based in the US, the group’s largest market by revenue and report to chief executive Russ Colaco. He will take up the role immediately.

“I am delighted that Mark is joining us as our chief financial officer,” said Colaco. “He is a strong addition to our team, bringing significant international financial and operational experience gained in both listed and private growth-oriented companies.

“We have clear plans in place for growing the EG business and I look forward to working with Mark to deliver on them.”

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