Livingston Designer Outlet, Scotland’s largest outlet retail destination, has announced that Michelle Whitelaw will be joining its team as Centre Director from 10 March.

Ms Whitelaw joins as the Outlet celebrates its 25th year in operation this October and many retailers are due to arrive this year.

With an extensive background in retail, Ms Whitelaw began her career at Marylebone Warwick Balfour (MWB) and later joined UK leisure retail specialist, X-Leisure where she was responsible for driving value-based marketing for the launch of Xscape Braehead and Snozone.

She moved to Ocean Terminal, the shopping mall in Leith, to spearhead operational and marketing functions. 

Speaking of her latest move, Ms Whitelaw commented: “Throughout my career in retail, I’ve invested much of my time ensuring that marketing and operational functions work seamlessly together to achieve growth. I’m looking forward to a new challenge within the outlet retail space.”

Nicky Lovell, head of leasing at Global Mutual, said: “Michelle’s career in the world of retail is one to admire and we’re thrilled to have her on board as we enter an exciting period at Livingston Designer Outlet.

“With many new openings to unveil across retail, food and beverage and leisure, it’s a pivotal moment for Michelle to be joining the team.”