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Shazam executive chairman joins Merlin Entertainments board

The executive chairman of music recognition app Shazam has been recruited to the board of UK theme parks firm Merlin Entertainments.

Andrew Fisher is joining as a non-executive director from July 1, bringing particular expertise in digital and technology markets.

He has led the successful growth of a number of technology-focussed enterprises over 20 years.

Fisher also holds non-executive positions at Marks and Spencer, MoneySupermarket Group and AI Future Tech.

Merlin Entertainments chairman Sir John Sunderland said: “Andrew brings with him a wealth of experience in digital consumer and technology markets which will prove invaluable as Merlin increasingly focuses resources and efforts in this area.”

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