Guido Padovano

Debenhams Plc operated as a holding company, which engages in the sale of fashion clothing and accessories, beauty and gifting products, and products for use in the home. It operated through the UK and International geographical segments. The UK segment consisted of the UK store and online retail business. The International segment comprised of subsidiaries in the Republic of Ireland and Denmark, together with international franchise and online operations. The company was founded by William Clark in 1778 and was headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.