Thu 22nd Sep 2016 - Neil Griffiths to step down as Punch chief strategy officer Neil Griffiths to step down as Punch chief strategy officer: Neil Griffiths is to step down as chief strategy officer of Punch. Griffiths, who has worked within the business since 2001, said: “I have had the most incredible experience working with Punch over 15 years but now wish to take my career in a new direction. I expect to remain in the industry in an advisory or non-executive capacity. I will miss the business and want to wish (chief executive) Duncan (Garrood) and every one at Punch the very best success for the future.” Garrood added: “Clearly we are very disappointed to be losing Neil’s knowledge and experience as he has been a highly valued member of the executive board for many years. The board and I want to thank Neil for his huge contribution to the business and we wish him every success in his future endeavours.” Griffiths will remain available within the business until the end of November to ensure a smooth handover of the strategic projects he is working on.