Meanwhile, his political power was growing as he became chairman of the Republican state committee in 1859, replacing Stevens.

In 1968 he became chairman, replacing his old friend and mentor, Cecil King.

Ferguson became the organisation's chairman in December 2001, replacing Mark Wildman.

McGinnity became chairman in 2002, replacing Bryan Richardson, after eight years as deputy chairman of the club.

Mr. Flamson, 62 years old, becomes the chairman of the board's executive committee, replacing George F. Moody, 60, who is retiring.

Steve Wharton became chairman at the start of the 2001-2002 season, replacing his father in the role.

Werner Habig became chairman of the supervisory board, replacing his brother Leo Habig.

Mr. Redstone will become chairman of the company, replacing Ralph M. Baruch.

Murray officially became chairman on 2 June 1989, replacing David Holmes.

In 1998, when Wayne Britt took over as chief executive, John Tyson became chairman, replacing his father, who became senior chairman.