Leadership

  • James Williamson

    BCom
    Chairman

    Mr Williamson has over 29 years of experience in financial markets including significant experience in covering global alcoholic beverages as an analyst based in London for Societe Generale and is the Co-Founder and Chief Investment Officer of Wentworth Williamson Management, a substantial shareholder of the Company. Wentworth Williamson Management is a private Australian-based value fund manager with both equity and private credit funds. Prior to Wentworth Williamson, Mr Williamson worked for Allan Gray Australia and prior to that he was Portfolio Manager of the Investec Australian Equity Fund. Mr Williamson holds a Bachelor of Commerce, a Graduate Diploma of the Securities Institute of Australia and is a Senior Associate of FINSIA. Mr Williamson is a Non-Executive Director of ASX-listed Alexium International Group Limited, Finanzor Pty Ltd and JTAB Pty Ltd.

    Mr Williamson is Chairman of the Board of Australian Vintage Limited. He is also a member of the People, Remuneration & Culture Committee and the Audit, Risk & Sustainability Committee.

  • Margaret Zabel

    BMath MBA GAICD
    Non-Executive Director

    Ms Zabel is a specialist in customer centred business transformation, brand strategy, innovation, communications, customer experience and change leadership. She has 20 years senior executive experience working across major companies and brands in FMCG, food and beverage, technology and communications industries including multinationals, ASX 100 and not-for-profits. Her previous roles include National Marketing Director Lion, VP Marketing for McDonald’s Australia and CEO and Board Director of The Advertising Council of Australia. Ms Zabel holds an MBA from INSEAD, France and a Bachelor in Mathematics from the University of Waterloo, Canada, and is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. Ms Zabel has also served as a Non-Executive Board Director for the mental health charity R U OK?, Fairtrade AUNZ, and The Reject Shop, and is currently a Non-Executive Director on the Boards of G8 Education, Select Harvests, Collective Wellness Group, and Australian Flying Disc Association.

    Ms Zabel is Chair of the People, Remuneration & Culture Committee and member of the Audit, Risk & Sustainability Committee.

  • Michael Byrne

    AM ESM MSc. FAICD
    Non-Executive Director

    With a distinguished career spanning over four decades, Michael Byrne has established himself as a seasoned Global C-suite executive and Non-Executive Director. His expertise in strategic planning, operational management, and financial stewardship has left an indelible mark across diverse industries and geographies, including Australia, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Europe, sub-continent, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. Mr Byrne is currently a Non-Executive Director of a number of companies including, but not limited to, ATG West, Ausgrid, Briggs Group of Companies (UK & Ireland), NSW Ports, Peel Ports UK, Sydney Airport and CBH Group, as well as a Commissioner of the National Transport Commission (Federal) and advisor for IFM Investors, Australian Super and Trade Reliance Service (Federal). Mr Byrne has previously held positions of Managing Director of Toll Group Holdings and Chief Executive Officer Coates
    Hire, Linfox and Westgate Holdings, as well as Board and Committee positions with Australia Post, OzHarvest, Victoria University and the University of Denver. Mr Byrne holds a Master of Science in Transportation and Infrastructure from the University of Denver. Mr Byrne is a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

    Mr Byrne is Chair of the Audit, Risk & Sustainability Committee and member of the People, Remuneration & Culture Committee.

  • Elaine Teh

    BA BEc
    Non-Executive Director

    Ms Teh is the founder and executive Chair of Octopus Global Holdings, which is the Company’s current distributor in Singapore and Malaysia. Octopus Global is the sole
    representative of many large global distributors in Singapore and Malaysia, including Remy Martin, Paulaner, San Miguel, Australian Vintage, Fever Tree, ABInBev and more. Ms Teh currently serves as a Director on a range of international boards including Non-Executive Director of SGX listed Asiatic Group (Holdings) Limited. Ms Teh holds a Bachelor of Arts, Economics and Japanese from the University of New South Wales, Australia.

     

James Williamson

BCom
Chairman

Mr Williamson has over 29 years of experience in financial markets including significant experience in covering global alcoholic beverages as an analyst based in London for Societe Generale and is the Co-Founder and Chief Investment Officer of Wentworth Williamson Management, a substantial shareholder of the Company. Wentworth Williamson Management is a private Australian-based value fund manager with both equity and private credit funds. Prior to Wentworth Williamson, Mr Williamson worked for Allan Gray Australia and prior to that he was Portfolio Manager of the Investec Australian Equity Fund. Mr Williamson holds a Bachelor of Commerce, a Graduate Diploma of the Securities Institute of Australia and is a Senior Associate of FINSIA. Mr Williamson is a Non-Executive Director of ASX-listed Alexium International Group Limited, Finanzor Pty Ltd and JTAB Pty Ltd.

Mr Williamson is Chairman of the Board of Australian Vintage Limited. He is also a member of the People, Remuneration & Culture Committee and the Audit, Risk & Sustainability Committee.

Margaret Zabel

BMath MBA GAICD
Non-Executive Director

Ms Zabel is a specialist in customer centred business transformation, brand strategy, innovation, communications, customer experience and change leadership. She has 20 years senior executive experience working across major companies and brands in FMCG, food and beverage, technology and communications industries including multinationals, ASX 100 and not-for-profits. Her previous roles include National Marketing Director Lion, VP Marketing for McDonald’s Australia and CEO and Board Director of The Advertising Council of Australia. Ms Zabel holds an MBA from INSEAD, France and a Bachelor in Mathematics from the University of Waterloo, Canada, and is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. Ms Zabel has also served as a Non-Executive Board Director for the mental health charity R U OK?, Fairtrade AUNZ, and The Reject Shop, and is currently a Non-Executive Director on the Boards of G8 Education, Select Harvests, Collective Wellness Group, and Australian Flying Disc Association.

Ms Zabel is Chair of the People, Remuneration & Culture Committee and member of the Audit, Risk & Sustainability Committee.

Michael Byrne

AM ESM MSc. FAICD
Non-Executive Director

With a distinguished career spanning over four decades, Michael Byrne has established himself as a seasoned Global C-suite executive and Non-Executive Director. His expertise in strategic planning, operational management, and financial stewardship has left an indelible mark across diverse industries and geographies, including Australia, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Europe, sub-continent, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. Mr Byrne is currently a Non-Executive Director of a number of companies including, but not limited to, ATG West, Ausgrid, Briggs Group of Companies (UK & Ireland), NSW Ports, Peel Ports UK, Sydney Airport and CBH Group, as well as a Commissioner of the National Transport Commission (Federal) and advisor for IFM Investors, Australian Super and Trade Reliance Service (Federal). Mr Byrne has previously held positions of Managing Director of Toll Group Holdings and Chief Executive Officer Coates
Hire, Linfox and Westgate Holdings, as well as Board and Committee positions with Australia Post, OzHarvest, Victoria University and the University of Denver. Mr Byrne holds a Master of Science in Transportation and Infrastructure from the University of Denver. Mr Byrne is a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

Mr Byrne is Chair of the Audit, Risk & Sustainability Committee and member of the People, Remuneration & Culture Committee.

Elaine Teh

BA BEc
Non-Executive Director

Ms Teh is the founder and executive Chair of Octopus Global Holdings, which is the Company’s current distributor in Singapore and Malaysia. Octopus Global is the sole
representative of many large global distributors in Singapore and Malaysia, including Remy Martin, Paulaner, San Miguel, Australian Vintage, Fever Tree, ABInBev and more. Ms Teh currently serves as a Director on a range of international boards including Non-Executive Director of SGX listed Asiatic Group (Holdings) Limited. Ms Teh holds a Bachelor of Arts, Economics and Japanese from the University of New South Wales, Australia.

 

  • Tom Dusseldorp

    Chief Executive Officer

    Tom brings more than 17 years of business leadership experience across strategy, sales, brand and operational roles in Australia and the UK to his role as CEO. He has a proven track record of building and growing businesses, from start-ups to multinational organisations, across a range of food, beverage, and consumer goods industries. Passionate about creating positive consumer experiences and high-performing business cultures, Tom combines insight-led innovation and clear strategic direction with a strong focus on developing and empowering teams. He believes the best business outcomes are achieved through aligned, motivated teams and a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. Before joining Australian Vintage, Tom held roles at Pernod Ricard, Freedom Foods, Camp Australia, and All G Foods.

  • Aaron Lohrey

    Chief Commercial Officer

    Aaron brings nearly two decades of experience in the beverage industry, and is a proven leader in national sales strategy across multiple channels, including retail, on-premise, and independent off-premise. He consistently delivers high-growth results through creative strategic management, multi-channel distribution leadership, and a strong focus on operational excellence. His cross-functional initiatives have supported national expansion and driven sustained profitability.

  • Natasha Dale (Cahill)

    Chief People and Communications Officer

    Natasha joined Australian Vintage and the liquor industry in 2018 after spending time across a diverse range of industries. Natasha is an enthusiastic and passionate HR Director with global experience spanning Australia, the UK and Asia. She is responsible for the company’s People, Culture and Safety strategy which involves driving an achievement-based culture whilst ensuring employees’ safety and well-being are at the forefront. Natasha holds a Master’s level degree in HR Management.

  • Emily Harper

    Chief Marketing Officer

    Emily brings over 20 years of experience in blue chip FMCG. She has held various roles within sales and marketing functions such as consumer and shopper insights, head of category, and strategy director, at companies including Arnott’s Group and Kimberly Clark. Since joining Australian Vintage, Emily has ensured that there is strategic alignment to the customer strategy and the consumer need, and has been pivotal in the creation, positioning and execution of our core brands and innovation portfolio. Emily is responsible for Australian Vintage’s total marketing and brand strategy across Australia, UK and global markets including North Americas and Asia.

  • Jamie Saint

    Chief Winemaker / Head of Group Operations

    As Chief Winemaker and Head of Group Operations, Jamie combines technical expertise with strategic leadership across the company’s diverse portfolio. He is responsible for championing wine style and quality while overseeing innovation, operational excellence and cross-functional collaboration to deliver market-leading wines. He is highly experienced in advanced winemaking technologies, combining science, precision and innovation to create award-winning wines and alcohol-free alternatives.

  • Alicia Morris (Kinlay)

    General Counsel and Company Secretary

    Alicia joined Australian Vintage in 2010 and holds a Bachelor of Laws and Legal Practice (Hons), Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology) and a Graduate Diploma of Applied Corporate Governance. Alicia is admitted as a Barrister and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of South Australia and the High Court of Australia, a fellow member of the Governance Institute of Australia and a Chartered Secretary. Prior to joining Australian Vintage, Alicia worked as a lawyer at commercial law firm Finlaysons where she specialised in industrial relations.

  • Adam Rigano

    Chief Financial Officer

    Adam has over 20 years’ experience in a variety of senior finance, commercial, strategic, and operational roles focussed on the manufacturing industry, notably food and beverage manufacturing, agriculture, energy and construction materials. Most recently Adam was the GM of Finance at Adbri Limited and previously he has held roles at companies including Beston Global Food Company Ltd, Santos Ltd, and Pernod Ricard. Having managed small to large teams within complex business environments, Adam creates an entrepreneurial and commercial culture to derive value accretive opportunities.

Tom Dusseldorp

Chief Executive Officer

Tom brings more than 17 years of business leadership experience across strategy, sales, brand and operational roles in Australia and the UK to his role as CEO. He has a proven track record of building and growing businesses, from start-ups to multinational organisations, across a range of food, beverage, and consumer goods industries. Passionate about creating positive consumer experiences and high-performing business cultures, Tom combines insight-led innovation and clear strategic direction with a strong focus on developing and empowering teams. He believes the best business outcomes are achieved through aligned, motivated teams and a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. Before joining Australian Vintage, Tom held roles at Pernod Ricard, Freedom Foods, Camp Australia, and All G Foods.

Aaron Lohrey

Chief Commercial Officer

Aaron brings nearly two decades of experience in the beverage industry, and is a proven leader in national sales strategy across multiple channels, including retail, on-premise, and independent off-premise. He consistently delivers high-growth results through creative strategic management, multi-channel distribution leadership, and a strong focus on operational excellence. His cross-functional initiatives have supported national expansion and driven sustained profitability.

Natasha Dale (Cahill)

Chief People and Communications Officer

Natasha joined Australian Vintage and the liquor industry in 2018 after spending time across a diverse range of industries. Natasha is an enthusiastic and passionate HR Director with global experience spanning Australia, the UK and Asia. She is responsible for the company’s People, Culture and Safety strategy which involves driving an achievement-based culture whilst ensuring employees’ safety and well-being are at the forefront. Natasha holds a Master’s level degree in HR Management.

Emily Harper

Chief Marketing Officer

Emily brings over 20 years of experience in blue chip FMCG. She has held various roles within sales and marketing functions such as consumer and shopper insights, head of category, and strategy director, at companies including Arnott’s Group and Kimberly Clark. Since joining Australian Vintage, Emily has ensured that there is strategic alignment to the customer strategy and the consumer need, and has been pivotal in the creation, positioning and execution of our core brands and innovation portfolio. Emily is responsible for Australian Vintage’s total marketing and brand strategy across Australia, UK and global markets including North Americas and Asia.

Jamie Saint

Chief Winemaker / Head of Group Operations

As Chief Winemaker and Head of Group Operations, Jamie combines technical expertise with strategic leadership across the company’s diverse portfolio. He is responsible for championing wine style and quality while overseeing innovation, operational excellence and cross-functional collaboration to deliver market-leading wines. He is highly experienced in advanced winemaking technologies, combining science, precision and innovation to create award-winning wines and alcohol-free alternatives.

Alicia Morris (Kinlay)

General Counsel and Company Secretary

Alicia joined Australian Vintage in 2010 and holds a Bachelor of Laws and Legal Practice (Hons), Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology) and a Graduate Diploma of Applied Corporate Governance. Alicia is admitted as a Barrister and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of South Australia and the High Court of Australia, a fellow member of the Governance Institute of Australia and a Chartered Secretary. Prior to joining Australian Vintage, Alicia worked as a lawyer at commercial law firm Finlaysons where she specialised in industrial relations.

Adam Rigano

Chief Financial Officer

Adam has over 20 years’ experience in a variety of senior finance, commercial, strategic, and operational roles focussed on the manufacturing industry, notably food and beverage manufacturing, agriculture, energy and construction materials. Most recently Adam was the GM of Finance at Adbri Limited and previously he has held roles at companies including Beston Global Food Company Ltd, Santos Ltd, and Pernod Ricard. Having managed small to large teams within complex business environments, Adam creates an entrepreneurial and commercial culture to derive value accretive opportunities.

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