The Australian Food and Grocery Council (AFGC) has announced that its CEO, Tanya Barden, will depart the organisation as a result of a “mutually agreed separation”.
In a statement, AFGC Chairman Anthony Holme says Ms Barden departs the AFGC after more than 12 years in the organisation, including over seven as CEO.
“Since joining the AFGC in 2012, Tanya has been a staunch and very effective advocate for our industry, demonstrating sound expertise on the issues that matter most to our members,” he says.
“This includes helping our sector navigate the myriads of challenges through Covid, working collaboratively on the Food and Grocery Code of Conduct and the importance of food and grocery manufacturing to the Australian economy.
“In addition, Tanya and her team, along with key partners and our members, have been instrumental in designing and leading the National Plastics Recycling Scheme, now Soft Plastics Stewardship Australia – a legacy-building initiative that serves as a blueprint for future circular systems.
“Tanya has made a great impact in her time as CEO and on behalf of the AFGC and our members, I would like to thank her for her leadership and wish her the best for the future.”
Ms Barden will step down immediately and will take a break before considering her next career opportunity.
AFGC Chief Operating Officer Colm Maguire will assume the position of Interim CEO until a successor is confirmed.