Business Breakfast with BCC Patron Tesco

16/06/2026
09:00 - 11:00
The Julius
Senovážné náměstí 3, Prague
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For our recent Business Breakfast, we welcomed Chris Gee, CEO of Tesco Czech Republic.

During the session, Chris shared insights into leading one of the Czech Republic’s largest retailers. We discussed changing customer trends, innovation in retail, and how Tesco continues to evolve its strategy in a fast-changing market.

Agenda:

9:00 | Registration, breakfast & networking
9:30 | Opening, Vanessa Welsby, BCC Board Member
9:40 | Chris Gee, CEO of Tesco Czech Republic
10:00 | Discussion
10:30 | Closing

About Chris Gee, CEO of Tesco Czech Republic

 

Christopher Gee has over 20 years of global experience in retail and FMCG, gained through roles in the Czech Republic, the UK, South Korea, and USA.

He joined Tesco as a graduate, worked across departments, and oversaw assortment development in several categories. He later served as Commercial Director for the Czech Republic and Central Europe. Since 2025 he has been CEO of Tesco Stores Czech Republic, leading strategy, innovation, and long-term growth.

He is married and an enthusiastic cyclist too.

 

About Tesco, Czech Republic

Tesco entered the Czech market in 1996 through the acquisition of former K-Mart stores and opened its first hypermarket in Prague, Zličín in 1998. Today, it is one of the country’s leading retailers, operating a nationwide network of hypermarkets, supermarkets, and convenience stores.

As a multi-channel retailer, Tesco continues to adapt to changing customer needs while maintaining a strong focus on corporate social responsibility, supporting sustainability, local communities, and vulnerable groups.

Drinks and Refreshments were provided

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