New CEO starts at NatEx
Alex Jensen has today (1 September 2023) started her role as CEO of National Express UK and Germany.
“What attracts me to Mobico is the purpose and opportunity for growth” – Alex Jensen
Alex is an international divisional CEO with experience in transforming and growing customer-facing businesses, having spent her career to date at BP Plc.
In her most recent role, Alex led BP’s Convenience and Mobility division across Europe and Southern Africa, accountable for accelerating the shift to low-carbon growth across retail service stations and with bus, truck and van fleet operators. Previously, as global Chief Marketing Officer she created a step-change in digital, customer loyalty and data analytics and repositioned BP to capture material value through new food partnerships.
Her appointment follows the departure of former CEO of National Express UK, Tom Stables.
Alex is currently a non-executive director of multinational automotive distributor, Inchcape Plc, as well as Chair of its CSR Committee and the designated non-executive director responsible for workforce engagement. Additionally, she is a board trustee of Mind, the mental health charity.
Alex holds an MA Hons degree in Chinese Studies from Oxford University and a Masters from Stanford University School of Business.
“Alex is highly customer focused and has a wealth of relevant leadership and transformational experience” – Ignacio Garat, CEO of Mobico Group
Ignacio Garat, CEO of Mobico Group, said: “Alex is highly customer focused and has a wealth of relevant leadership and transformational experience, and we are delighted to welcome her to the Group. I look forward to working closely with Alex as we continue to be a leader in sustainable transport, playing a role in accelerating modal shift and decarbonising travel in the UK and Germany.”
“What attracts me to Mobico is the purpose and opportunity for growth” – Alex Jensen
Alex Jensen added: “What attracts me to Mobico is the purpose and opportunity for growth. I am excited to explore how we can harness innovation to increase mass mobility, drive the transition to zero-emissions and build trusted partnerships in the community whilst continuing to deliver excellent service to customers.”