CEO and managing director of Maggie Beer Holdings Chantale Millard says she will resign at the end of the calendar year, with much of the company’s transformation completed.
Millard has been with the company for eight years, joining initially as the CEO of Maggie Beer Products, before being appointed CEO of the Holdings company in 2019.
She has led the company through a restructure, transformation, and growth, including the capital raise, acquisition, and integration of Hampers & Gifts Australia in 2021 and the divestment of its dairy assets.
Company chair Reg Weine said Millard had shown “exceptional leadership”.
“During her time as CEO of MBH, the Group has undergone a significant transformation and strategic repositioning and enjoyed significant commercial success as Australia’s leading purveyor of premium food, beverage, and gifting products,” Weine said.
For Millard, it had been a privilege to lead a wonderful team and iconic brand.
“I am proud of what we have achieved together and to be handing over the leadership at a time when the group is in a strong financial position,” she said.
She will continue with the group in a project-based capacity in 2023 to ensure the completion of certain strategic initiatives that are still underway and allow the new CEO a smooth transition into the company.
Listen to our interview with Chantale Millard on the Food & Drink Business podcast.
