Roisin Currie, CEO of Greggs sitting in a Greggs store

Roisin Currie appointed Commander of the Order of the British Empire for Outstanding Services to Hospitality

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We are delighted to announce that Roisin Currie, Chief Executive of Greggs, has been appointed a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in the King’s Birthday Honours List, in recognition of her exceptional contributions to the hospitality industry.

Roisin has been instrumental in driving Greggs rapid expansion, with the company on track to double sales by 2026 following record-breaking results in 2024. Her leadership emphasises the strong internal culture shared by 33,000 colleagues - something she sees as central to Greggs continued success.

With a career spanning over 35 years, Roisin has been a driving force in championing social mobility and nurturing talent across the sector. This honour reflects Roisin’s unwavering dedication to excellence and her lasting impact on the industry.

Of her commendation, Roisin said: “I am delighted and honoured to receive this recognition. I would like to thank the amazing teams I have worked with throughout my career, particularly the

33,000 colleagues across Greggs who work together to serve our customers so brilliantly, day in and day out and truly champion the hospitality sector.”

Roisin is Chair of the Employers Forum for Reducing Re-offending - a voluntary role working with the Ministry for Justice and New Futures Network, encouraging employers to give people a second chance to change their lives after being through the Criminal Justice System. Roisin was instrumental in the conception of Greggs ‘Fresh Start’ employability programme, designed to help encourage and support people leaving prison into paid employment within Greggs.

Roisin is also a trustee of the Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme. In 2024 Roisin was awarded the STELAR Leadership award from Strathclyde University, her alma mater and an Honorary Doctorate in Civil Law by Northumbria University, Newcastle, in recognition of her outstanding contribution to business and her commitment to diversity in the workplace.

We are delighted to announce that Roisin Currie, Chief Executive of Greggs, has been appointed a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in the King’s Birthday Honours List, in recognition of her exceptional contributions to the hospitality industry. Roisin has been instrumental in driving Greggs rapid expansion, with the company on track to double sales by 2026 following record-breaking results in 2024. Her leadership emphasises the strong internal culture shared by 33,000 colleagues - something she sees as central to Greggs continued success. With a career spanning over 35 years, Roisin has been a driving force in championing social mobility and nurturing talent across the sector. This honour reflects Roisin’s unwavering dedication to excellence and her lasting impact on the industry. Of her commendation, Roisin said: “I am delighted and honoured to receive this recognition. I would like to thank the amazing teams I have worked with throughout my career, particularly the 33,000 colleagues across Greggs who work together to serve our customers so brilliantly, day in and day out and truly champion the hospitality sector.” Roisin is Chair of the Employers Forum for Reducing Re-offending - a voluntary role working with the Ministry for Justice and New Futures Network, encouraging employers to give people a second chance to change their lives after being through the Criminal Justice System. Roisin was instrumental in the conception of Greggs ‘Fresh Start’ employability programme, designed to help encourage and support people leaving prison into paid employment within Greggs. Roisin is also a trustee of the Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme. In 2024 Roisin was awarded the STELAR Leadership award from Strathclyde University, her alma mater and an Honorary Doctorate in Civil Law by Northumbria University, Newcastle, in recognition of her outstanding contribution to business and her commitment to diversity in the workplace.