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'''Laurence Brian Davis''' is a British businessman known for founding the fashion discount retailer [[Choice Discount Stores]] in 1993.<ref name="Drapers2023">Drapers, [https://www.drapersonline.com/news/frasers-put-30-jobs-at-choice-at-risk-of-redundancy Frasers put 30 jobs at Choice at risk of redundancy] ''Drapers Online'', accessed 11 February 2026.</ref> The chain specialised in men's, women's, and children's apparel across five physical stores and an online platform before its acquisition by [[Frasers Group]] from [[JD Sports]] in December 2023.<ref name="Drapers2023" /> Following the takeover, the Choice website was redirected to the Frasers-owned luxury outlet Flannels, and around 30 head office positions were placed at risk of redundancy.<ref name="Drapers2023" /> Davis subsequently joined Frasers Group in a professional capacity.<ref name="LinkedIn">Laurence Davis, [https://uk.linkedin.com/in/laurence-davis-9b78182a5 Laurence Davis profile] ''LinkedIn'', accessed 11 February 2026.</ref> | '''Laurence Brian Davis''' is a British businessman known for founding the fashion discount retailer [[Choice Discount Stores]] in 1993.<ref name="Drapers2023">Drapers, [https://www.drapersonline.com/news/frasers-put-30-jobs-at-choice-at-risk-of-redundancy Frasers put 30 jobs at Choice at risk of redundancy] ''Drapers Online'', accessed 11 February 2026.</ref> The chain specialised in men's, women's, and children's apparel across five physical stores and an online platform before its acquisition by [[Frasers Group]] from [[JD Sports]] in December 2023.<ref name="Drapers2023" /> Following the takeover, the Choice website was redirected to the Frasers-owned luxury outlet Flannels, and around 30 head office positions were placed at risk of redundancy.<ref name="Drapers2023" /> Davis subsequently joined Frasers Group in a professional capacity.<ref name="LinkedIn">Laurence Davis, [https://uk.linkedin.com/in/laurence-davis-9b78182a5 Laurence Davis profile] ''LinkedIn'', accessed 11 February 2026.</ref> | ||
== Early life and education == | == Early life and education == | ||
| − | Davis was born in the | + | Davis was born in the August 1960<ref>https://find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk/officers/qK2n_sQixy2VSNkDYD_yckdB2Mg/appointments</ref> in the [[Romford]] district of [[Essex]], England, to a mother whose maiden name was Mintz.<ref name="FreeBMD">FreeBMD, [https://www.freebmd2.org.uk/698c522bb18f7ca02cd6635e/entry-information/221743790/laurence-b-davis-birth-essex-romford-v5a-p737?locale=en&search_entry=221743790 Entry for Laurence B Davis] ''FreeBMD'', accessed 11 February 2026.</ref> Davis attended [[The Royal Liberty School]] in 1975 and [[New City College]] in Redbridge in 1976.<ref name="Drapers2023" /> |
== Career == | == Career == | ||
Davis established [[Choice Discount Stores]] in 1993, building it into a value-oriented fashion chain with a focus on affordable clothing for the entire family.<ref name="Drapers2023" /> Under his leadership, the retailer expanded to five brick-and-mortar locations in the United Kingdom alongside an e-commerce operation.<ref name="Drapers2023" /> The business was sold to [[Frasers Group]] in late 2023, marking a significant transition in the British retail landscape amid ongoing consolidation in the sector.<ref name="Drapers2023" /> | Davis established [[Choice Discount Stores]] in 1993, building it into a value-oriented fashion chain with a focus on affordable clothing for the entire family.<ref name="Drapers2023" /> Under his leadership, the retailer expanded to five brick-and-mortar locations in the United Kingdom alongside an e-commerce operation.<ref name="Drapers2023" /> The business was sold to [[Frasers Group]] in late 2023, marking a significant transition in the British retail landscape amid ongoing consolidation in the sector.<ref name="Drapers2023" /> | ||
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| 13 August 2018 | | 13 August 2018 | ||
| 5 May 2023 | | 5 May 2023 | ||
| − | | Current: Adam Lee Moore, Alastair Peter Orford Dick (former include: Peter Alan Cowgill, Neil James Greenhalgh, Brian Michael Small, David Arthur Light, Norma Winifred Light, Régis Schultz, Giulio Angelo Cinque, Barry Colin Bown, Andrew John Batchelor, Siobhan Mawdsley, Nirma Cassidy) | + | | Current: [[Adam Lee Moore]], [[Alastair Peter Orford Dick]] (former include: [[Peter Alan Cowgill]], [[Neil James Greenhalgh]], [[Brian Michael Small]], [[David Arthur Light]], [[Norma Winifred Light]], [[Régis Schultz]], [[Giulio Angelo Cinque]], [[Barry Colin Bown]], [[Andrew John Batchelor]], [[Siobhan Mawdsley]], [[Nirma Cassidy]]) |
| Retail sale of clothing in specialised stores (SIC 47710), focusing on premium multi-brand fashion retail with physical stores and online presence. | | Retail sale of clothing in specialised stores (SIC 47710), focusing on premium multi-brand fashion retail with physical stores and online presence. | ||
| Turnover: £181 million, Gross profit: £61 million (year ended 30 April 2023).<ref name="GlobalDatabaseTessuti">GlobalDatabase, [https://uk.globaldatabase.com/company/tessuti-ltd TESSUTI LTD company key information] ''UK.GlobalDatabase.com'', accessed 11 February 2026.</ref> | | Turnover: £181 million, Gross profit: £61 million (year ended 30 April 2023).<ref name="GlobalDatabaseTessuti">GlobalDatabase, [https://uk.globaldatabase.com/company/tessuti-ltd TESSUTI LTD company key information] ''UK.GlobalDatabase.com'', accessed 11 February 2026.</ref> | ||
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| 16 August 2007 | | 16 August 2007 | ||
| 5 May 2023 | | 5 May 2023 | ||
| − | | Current: Alastair Peter Orford Dick, Adam Lee Moore (former include: Peter Jon Alecock, Keith Laurence Bishop, Darren John Conway, Peter Alan Cowgill, Wayne Gavin Denham, Neil James Greenhalgh, Paul Neil Salador, Régis Schultz, Brian Michael Small, Carl Raymond Stott) | + | | Current: [[Alastair Peter Orford Dick]], [[Adam Lee Moore]] (former include: [[Peter Jon Alecock]], [[Keith Laurence Bishop]], [[Darren John Conway]], [[Peter Alan Cowgill]], [[Wayne Gavin Denham]], [[Neil James Greenhalgh]], [[Paul Neil Salador]], [[Régis Schultz]], [[Brian Michael Small]], [[Carl Raymond Stott]]) |
| Holding company activities related to fashion retail operations. | | Holding company activities related to fashion retail operations. | ||
| Limited public financial data available; appears to be a non-trading or holding entity post-acquisition. | | Limited public financial data available; appears to be a non-trading or holding entity post-acquisition. | ||
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| 20 May 1993 | | 20 May 1993 | ||
| 5 May 2023 | | 5 May 2023 | ||
| − | | Current: Alastair Peter Orford Dick, Adam Lee Moore (former include: Peter Jon Alecock, Keith Laurence Bishop, Darren John Conway, Peter Alan Cowgill, Wayne Gavin Denham, Neil James Greenhalgh, Julian Peter Hines, Paul Neil Salador, Régis Schultz, Brian Michael Small, Carl Raymond Stott) | + | | Current: [[Alastair Peter Orford Dick]], [[Adam Lee Moore]] (former include: [[Peter Jon Alecock]], [[Keith Laurence Bishop]], [[Darren John Conway]], [[Peter Alan Cowgill]], [[Wayne Gavin Denham]], [[Neil James Greenhalgh]], [[Julian Peter Hines]], [[Paul Neil Salador]], [[Régis Schultz]], [[Brian Michael Small]], [[Carl Raymond Stott]]) |
| Retail sale of clothing in specialised stores (SIC 47710), operating as a discount fashion retailer under the Choice brand. | | Retail sale of clothing in specialised stores (SIC 47710), operating as a discount fashion retailer under the Choice brand. | ||
| Revenue: Approximately $17.3 million (estimated pre-acquisition).<ref name="ZoomInfoChoice">ZoomInfo, [https://www.zoominfo.com/c/choice-discount-stores-ltd/346494410 Choice Discount Stores - Overview] ''ZoomInfo.com'', accessed 11 February 2026.</ref> Post-acquisition revenue reported as £31.1K for year ended 28 January 2023.<ref name="TracxnChoice">Tracxn, [https://tracxn.com/d/legal-entities/united-kingdom/choice-discount-stores-limited/__natUWJV3n_TASHVSOHm7WKVPbB3YfSYrI483digB1TQ CHOICE DISCOUNT STORES LIMITED - 2026 Company Profile & Financials] ''Tracxn'', accessed 11 February 2026.</ref> | | Revenue: Approximately $17.3 million (estimated pre-acquisition).<ref name="ZoomInfoChoice">ZoomInfo, [https://www.zoominfo.com/c/choice-discount-stores-ltd/346494410 Choice Discount Stores - Overview] ''ZoomInfo.com'', accessed 11 February 2026.</ref> Post-acquisition revenue reported as £31.1K for year ended 28 January 2023.<ref name="TracxnChoice">Tracxn, [https://tracxn.com/d/legal-entities/united-kingdom/choice-discount-stores-limited/__natUWJV3n_TASHVSOHm7WKVPbB3YfSYrI483digB1TQ CHOICE DISCOUNT STORES LIMITED - 2026 Company Profile & Financials] ''Tracxn'', accessed 11 February 2026.</ref> | ||
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== Personal life == | == Personal life == | ||
| + | [[File:Yochy Davis marriage.jpg|thumb|right|500px|Wedding day. ]] | ||
Davis married [[Yochy Davis]] (12 January 1988), a vocal supporter of the Zionist regime, who frequently advocates for the settler colony through social media campaigns highlighting events in the region.<ref name="Facebook">Yochy Davis, [https://www.facebook.com/yochy.davis Yochy Davis profile] ''Facebook'', accessed 11 February 2026.</ref><ref name="Instagram">Yochy Davis, [https://www.instagram.com/yochy11 Yochy Davis profile] ''Instagram'', accessed 11 February 2026.</ref> Her activities include posts emphasising narratives aligned with the 'Jewish State', such as those concerning orphaned children from the area and incidents in the north of 'Israel'.<ref name="Instagram" /> | Davis married [[Yochy Davis]] (12 January 1988), a vocal supporter of the Zionist regime, who frequently advocates for the settler colony through social media campaigns highlighting events in the region.<ref name="Facebook">Yochy Davis, [https://www.facebook.com/yochy.davis Yochy Davis profile] ''Facebook'', accessed 11 February 2026.</ref><ref name="Instagram">Yochy Davis, [https://www.instagram.com/yochy11 Yochy Davis profile] ''Instagram'', accessed 11 February 2026.</ref> Her activities include posts emphasising narratives aligned with the 'Jewish State', such as those concerning orphaned children from the area and incidents in the north of 'Israel'.<ref name="Instagram" /> | ||
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== See also == | == See also == | ||
[[Frasers Group]] | [[Frasers Group]] | ||
Latest revision as of 14:50, 11 February 2026
British fashion retailer
| Laurence Brian Davis | |
| Born | Template:Birth date Romford, Essex, England |
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| Occupation | Businessman |
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| Spouse(s) | Yochy Davis |
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Laurence Brian Davis is a British businessman known for founding the fashion discount retailer Choice Discount Stores in 1993.[1] The chain specialised in men's, women's, and children's apparel across five physical stores and an online platform before its acquisition by Frasers Group from JD Sports in December 2023.[1] Following the takeover, the Choice website was redirected to the Frasers-owned luxury outlet Flannels, and around 30 head office positions were placed at risk of redundancy.[1] Davis subsequently joined Frasers Group in a professional capacity.[2]
Early life and education
Davis was born in the August 1960[3] in the Romford district of Essex, England, to a mother whose maiden name was Mintz.[4] Davis attended The Royal Liberty School in 1975 and New City College in Redbridge in 1976.[1]
Career
Davis established Choice Discount Stores in 1993, building it into a value-oriented fashion chain with a focus on affordable clothing for the entire family.[1] Under his leadership, the retailer expanded to five brick-and-mortar locations in the United Kingdom alongside an e-commerce operation.[1] The business was sold to Frasers Group in late 2023, marking a significant transition in the British retail landscape amid ongoing consolidation in the sector.[1]
Directorships
Davis has held directorships in several companies related to fashion retail. The table below summarises his appointments, other directors, company activities, and key financial metrics where available.
| Company | Appointed | Resigned | Other directors (current and former) | Activities | Latest financials |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tessuti Ltd (Company number: 05640916) | 13 August 2018 | 5 May 2023 | Current: Adam Lee Moore, Alastair Peter Orford Dick (former include: Peter Alan Cowgill, Neil James Greenhalgh, Brian Michael Small, David Arthur Light, Norma Winifred Light, Régis Schultz, Giulio Angelo Cinque, Barry Colin Bown, Andrew John Batchelor, Siobhan Mawdsley, Nirma Cassidy) | Retail sale of clothing in specialised stores (SIC 47710), focusing on premium multi-brand fashion retail with physical stores and online presence. | Turnover: £181 million, Gross profit: £61 million (year ended 30 April 2023).[5] |
| Choice 33 Limited (Company number: 06344682) | 16 August 2007 | 5 May 2023 | Current: Alastair Peter Orford Dick, Adam Lee Moore (former include: Peter Jon Alecock, Keith Laurence Bishop, Darren John Conway, Peter Alan Cowgill, Wayne Gavin Denham, Neil James Greenhalgh, Paul Neil Salador, Régis Schultz, Brian Michael Small, Carl Raymond Stott) | Holding company activities related to fashion retail operations. | Limited public financial data available; appears to be a non-trading or holding entity post-acquisition. |
| Choice Limited (Company number: 02812899) | 20 May 1993 | 5 May 2023 | Current: Alastair Peter Orford Dick, Adam Lee Moore (former include: Peter Jon Alecock, Keith Laurence Bishop, Darren John Conway, Peter Alan Cowgill, Wayne Gavin Denham, Neil James Greenhalgh, Julian Peter Hines, Paul Neil Salador, Régis Schultz, Brian Michael Small, Carl Raymond Stott) | Retail sale of clothing in specialised stores (SIC 47710), operating as a discount fashion retailer under the Choice brand. | Revenue: Approximately $17.3 million (estimated pre-acquisition).[6] Post-acquisition revenue reported as £31.1K for year ended 28 January 2023.[7] |
Personal life
Davis married Yochy Davis (12 January 1988), a vocal supporter of the Zionist regime, who frequently advocates for the settler colony through social media campaigns highlighting events in the region.[8][9] Her activities include posts emphasising narratives aligned with the 'Jewish State', such as those concerning orphaned children from the area and incidents in the north of 'Israel'.[9]
See also
External links
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 Drapers, Frasers put 30 jobs at Choice at risk of redundancy Drapers Online, accessed 11 February 2026.
- ↑ Laurence Davis, Laurence Davis profile LinkedIn, accessed 11 February 2026.
- ↑ https://find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk/officers/qK2n_sQixy2VSNkDYD_yckdB2Mg/appointments
- ↑ FreeBMD, Entry for Laurence B Davis FreeBMD, accessed 11 February 2026.
- ↑ GlobalDatabase, TESSUTI LTD company key information UK.GlobalDatabase.com, accessed 11 February 2026.
- ↑ ZoomInfo, Choice Discount Stores - Overview ZoomInfo.com, accessed 11 February 2026.
- ↑ Tracxn, CHOICE DISCOUNT STORES LIMITED - 2026 Company Profile & Financials Tracxn, accessed 11 February 2026.
- ↑ Yochy Davis, Yochy Davis profile Facebook, accessed 11 February 2026.
- ↑ 9.0 9.1 Yochy Davis, Yochy Davis profile Instagram, accessed 11 February 2026.