Fonterra Executive and Leadership Team

Akshay Aggarwal, the Global Chief Financial Officer, Foodsevice At Fonterra, directs the financial strategy for the foodservice division. Overseeing revenue growth and cost management within the global food service sector, the Global Chief Financial Officer, Foodsevice At Fonterra ensures that financial planning aligns with the broader goals of the dairy export business. This leadership role involves analyzing market trends to optimize pricing models and capital allocation for foodservice initiatives. By maintaining rigorous fiscal discipline, Akshay Aggarwal directly impacts the profitability of the division. Aggarwal secures financial health by providing the strategic oversight necessary to navigate the complexities of international food markets, ensuring that the organization maintains a strong balance sheet while expanding the reach of dairy products to professional kitchens worldwide.

Brendon Connolly, the Chief Financial Officer & Global Director, Commercial Markets Consumer Foodservice at Fonterra, manages the financial performance and commercial strategy for consumer-facing dairy products. Overseeing the commercial viability of consumer brands, the Chief Financial Officer & Global Director, Commercial Markets Consumer Foodservice ensures that investment strategies support long-term market penetration. This leadership role involves evaluating the financial impact of new product launches and regional expansion efforts. By balancing commercial risk with growth opportunities, Brendon Connolly directly impacts the overall financial trajectory of the consumer division. Connolly secures sustainable revenue streams by aligning commercial objectives with fiscal targets, ensuring that the organization remains a leader in the global consumer dairy market through disciplined financial management and strategic market development.

Ronald Kumar, the Global Chief Financial Officer, Markets Ingredients at Fonterra, directs the financial operations for the global ingredients business. Overseeing the financial reporting and strategic planning for ingredient sales, the Global Chief Financial Officer, Markets Ingredients ensures that the division maintains profitability in a competitive global market. This leadership role involves managing the financial risks associated with commodity trading and ingredient distribution. By providing precise financial analysis, Ronald Kumar directly impacts the strategic direction of the ingredients portfolio. Kumar secures the financial stability of the division by implementing effective cost-control measures and revenue-growth strategies, ensuring that the organization continues to provide high-quality dairy ingredients to industrial partners across the globe while maintaining a strong and resilient financial position.

Steven O'Connor, the Global Chief Financial Officer, Ingredients Trading at Fonterra, directs the financial strategy for the ingredients trading division. Overseeing the financial performance of global trading activities, the Global Chief Financial Officer, Ingredients Trading ensures that the division maximizes value in the volatile dairy commodity market. This leadership role involves managing currency risks, trade financing, and capital allocation for trading operations. By providing strategic financial oversight, Steven O'Connor directly impacts the profitability of the ingredients trading business. O'Connor secures the financial health of the trading arm by implementing disciplined risk management practices and optimizing trade execution, ensuring that the organization maintains a competitive advantage in the global ingredients market while achieving consistent financial results across all trading regions.

Anna Palairet, the Chief Operating Officer at Fonterra, manages the complex logistics and supply chain networks required for global dairy distribution. Overseeing the movement of products from processing plants to international markets, the Chief Operating Officer ensures that operational workflows remain agile and responsive to fluctuating demand. This leadership role involves optimizing manufacturing throughput and coordinating with regional teams to maintain consistent supply standards. By streamlining internal processes, Anna Palairet directly impacts the efficiency of the entire export model. Palairet drives operational stability by fostering collaboration between production units and logistics partners, ensuring that the organization meets the rigorous requirements of the global food industry while maintaining high standards of safety and quality across all operational regions.

Bhavesh Morar, the Director, Commercial & Chief Operating Officer (Nz Operations) at Fonterra, directs the commercial and operational activities within the domestic New Zealand market. Overseeing local production efficiency and commercial partnerships, the Director, Commercial & Chief Operating Officer (Nz Operations) ensures that domestic operations support the broader export strategy. This leadership role involves managing local supply chains and optimizing the performance of regional manufacturing assets. By driving operational improvements within the home market, Bhavesh Morar directly impacts the foundational strength of the organization. Morar secures local market leadership by integrating commercial goals with operational realities, ensuring that the New Zealand base remains a robust and efficient hub for the global dairy business while maintaining high standards of product quality.

Maryann Walsh, the Chief Operating Officer & Operations Office) Incident Chief & Manager at Fonterra, directs the operational response and incident management protocols. Overseeing the resilience of manufacturing and distribution processes, the Chief Operating Officer & Operations Office) Incident Chief & Manager ensures that the organization maintains continuity during unexpected disruptions. This leadership role involves coordinating cross-functional teams to mitigate operational risks and maintain safety standards. By establishing robust incident response frameworks, Maryann Walsh directly impacts the reliability of the global supply chain. Walsh secures operational stability by proactively identifying potential threats and implementing effective management strategies, ensuring that the company remains capable of delivering dairy products consistently, regardless of external challenges or unforeseen operational complexities in the global market.

Richard Todd, the Technical To The Associate & Chief Operating Officer at Fonterra, directs the technical integration of operational processes. Overseeing the alignment of technical standards with operational goals, the Technical To The Associate & Chief Operating Officer ensures that manufacturing systems meet the highest quality benchmarks. This leadership role involves bridging the gap between technical research and large-scale production. By optimizing technical workflows, Richard Todd directly impacts the efficiency and quality of dairy manufacturing. Todd secures operational excellence by providing the technical expertise necessary to solve complex production challenges, ensuring that the organization maintains its status as a leader in dairy science and innovation while delivering consistent, high-quality products to international markets through refined and efficient operational practices.

Carl Broadbridge, the Chief Technology Officer at Fonterra, directs the digital transformation of dairy science and manufacturing processes. Overseeing the integration of advanced automation across production facilities, the Chief Technology Officer ensures that technical infrastructure supports the massive scale of global dairy exports. This leadership role involves architecting scalable data systems that monitor product quality and supply chain efficiency. By implementing cutting-edge research tools, Carl Broadbridge directly impacts the ability of the organization to maintain a competitive edge in international food manufacturing. Broadbridge secures long-term operational excellence by aligning technical roadmaps with the broader corporate mission of delivering superior dairy solutions to diverse global markets, ultimately driving innovation throughout the entire product lifecycle.

Toby Granwal, the Chief Information Officer at Fonterra, architects the secure information systems that underpin global dairy operations. Overseeing the cybersecurity framework and enterprise data architecture, the Chief Information Officer ensures that critical business intelligence remains protected and accessible for strategic decision-making. This leadership role involves managing the digital infrastructure that connects regional offices with central manufacturing hubs. By modernizing legacy systems, Toby Granwal directly impacts the speed and accuracy of information flow across the organization. Granwal secures the integrity of the digital ecosystem by implementing robust protocols that support the complex needs of a global dairy exporter, ultimately enabling the company to leverage data-driven insights for improved market performance and operational transparency.