dotdigital Group Plc announced that Simone Barratt will not be returning to the business following a period of illness. Milan Patel, currently interim Chief Executive Officer, has formally been appointed as CEO with immediate effect. Simone is stepping down from her position in the company with immediate effect, allowing her to focus fully on her recovery. Milan Patel will remain in his existing role as CFO until the Board concludes its search for a suitable CFO replacement. Milan will continue to be supported by George Kasparian, Non-Board Finance Director and his finance team. Milan will also have additional support from Board director Peter Simmonds until such time as a new CFO has been appointed. Milan will continue to manage the business through the senior operational board which includes Phil Draper, CMO, Sharon Head, COO, and Steve Shaw, CTO. Tink Taylor, one of the co-founders and Board Director, will also assist Milan and the Operational Board in the development of international markets.