Sir Terry Leahy joined Cheshunt, England-based Tesco in 1979 and held marketing positions at the retailer before becoming commercial director of fresh foods in 1986 and a member of the board in 1990. Leahy was appointed Chief Executive of Tesco plc in March 1997. Leahy received a Knighthood for services to food retailing in the 2002 New Year Honours. He was voted as Britain’s Most Admired Leader (...