Coopers Foundation, the brewery’s philanthropic body, has appointed three new people to the board. Coopers CFO, Brad Grunert, joins this month while former South Australian Premier, Steven Marshall, and sixth-generation family member, Bec Cooper Webster, were appointed last October.
Grunert joined the brewery in 2015 after 16 years at KPMG in Australia and the UK. He is also company secretary and chairs the foundation’s investment committee.
Coopers Foundation chair, Melanie Cooper, said Grunert was a “highly engaged leader who brings significant knowledge to the Foundation”.
“We are thrilled to welcome Brad to the Coopers Foundation Board,” she said. “Since Brad joined Coopers, he has been a strong advocate for the foundation. His skills and understanding will be invaluable as we continue to grow and expand our impact, making a tangible difference to the lives of Australians.”
Grunert replaces Governor Leanne Gelly, who stepped down after 11 years on the board.
“Leanne has made a significant and valued contribution to the Coopers Foundation for which we are very grateful. She has tirelessly supported our work to make a difference in the community and has been a champion of the foundation among Brewery staff,” Melanie said.
The Coopers Foundation has donated more than $8.2 million in funds, supporting more than 370 projects, since it was established by the Cooper family in 2006.
