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Chairman

Tim Parker is a successful British executive and Chairman of the Board of Directors at Samsonite International SA and HM Courts & Tribunals Service.
Tim Parker

Professional Experience

Experience & Expertise That Define Leadership

National Trust
Chairman at National Trust
  • Jan 2014 - Oct 2021
  • London, UK, UK

Achievements at this Role

  • The National Trust for Places of Historic Interest or Natural Beauty is a charitable foundation for heritage preservation in England, Northern Ireland and Wales.
Samsonite International SA
Various Roles at Samsonite International SA
  • Jan 2008 - Oct 2014
  • London, UK, UK

Achievements at this Role

  • Tim served at luxury luggage manufacturer and retailer Samsonite in various roles, including Chairman & Chief Executive Officer of the group
The Automobile Association
Chief Executive Officer at The Automobile Association
  • Jan 2004 - Feb 2007
  • London, UK, UK

Achievements at this Role

  • The AA is a leading motoring association offering driving lessons, loans, motoring advice, vehicle insurance, breakdown cover, road maps and other services. It was founded in 1905.
Kwik Fit
Chief Executive Officer at Kwik Fit
  • Jan 2002 - Jan 2004
  • London, UK, UK

Achievements at this Role

  • Kwik Fit is an automobile repair and servicing business with more than 600 centres across the UK
C. & J. Clark International Ltd
Chief Executive Officer at C. & J. Clark International Ltd
  • Jan 1996 - Jan 2002

Achievements at this Role

  • C. & J. Clark is a leading global shoe production and retail corporation specialising in comfortable footwear. The business trades as Clarks and was founded in England in 1852.
Kenwood Limited
Chief Executive Officer at Kenwood Limited
  • Jan 1989 - Jan 1996

Achievements at this Role

  • Kenwood is a prominent manufacturing company based in the United Kingdom. The business focuses on designing, producing and selling kitchen appliances such as blenders, kettles, toasters, food processors and stand mixers.
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Samsonite International SA
Non-Executive Chairman at Samsonite International SA
  • Jan 2011
  • London, UK, UK

Achievements at this Role

  • Samsonite International SA is one of the world's leading luggage manufacturers and retailers. Founded in 1910, the company has expanded into the luxury and casual bag industry.
HM Courts and Tribunals Service
Non-Executive Chairman at HM Courts and Tribunals Service
  • Apr 2018
  • London, UK, UK

Achievements at this Role

  • HM Courts & Tribunals Service is an exclusive bureau of the Ministry of Justice. The agency is accountable for the management of civil, family and criminal tribunals and courts in England and Wales
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Education & Achievements

A World-Class Academic Journey Paired with Real-World Impact

University of Oxford
University of Oxford
  • Jan 1985 - Mar 2026

M.A. in Philosophy, Politics & Economics

London Business School
London Business School
  • Jan 1980 - Mar 2026

Master's in Business Studies

Moments That Matter

A Tim Parker’s career path in photos

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Tim Parker

Chairman

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