Visy Executive and Leadership Team

Phoebe Sampson, the Executive Assistant & Office of Executive Chairman & Global Chief Executive Officer (Australia) at Visy, manages high-level communications and strategic coordination for the executive leadership team. Overseeing the daily operations of the Chairman and the Global Chief Executive Officer, Sampson ensures seamless alignment between corporate governance and long-term sustainability goals. This role involves facilitating complex decision-making processes and maintaining rigorous standards for organizational efficiency across Australian operations. By streamlining information flow, Phoebe Sampson directly supports the execution of the company's vision for global leadership in sustainable packaging. The Office of Executive Chairman & Global Chief Executive Officer (Australia) maintains critical oversight of internal workflows, ensuring that all departments remain focused on the core mission of reducing landfill waste. Through meticulous planning and proactive management, the Executive Assistant & Office of Executive Chairman & Global Chief Executive Officer (Australia) secures the operational stability required for continued innovation in recycled materials.

Terry Salipas, the Chief Financial Officer at Visy, directs the financial strategy and capital allocation necessary to support large-scale investments in recycling and remanufacturing infrastructure. Overseeing fiscal planning, the Chief Financial Officer ensures the company maintains a robust balance sheet while funding the development of sustainable packaging technologies. This leadership role involves managing complex financial risks and optimizing resource distribution across diverse manufacturing sites. By driving cost-efficiency and revenue growth, Terry Salipas directly impacts the ability of the organization to scale circular economy initiatives. The Chief Financial Officer collaborates with the Board to align financial performance with long-term sustainability targets, ensuring that investments in green technology yield measurable returns. Through disciplined financial oversight, Salipas secures the capital required to expand market reach and maintain the competitive edge of the company within the global packaging industry.

Sean Richards, the President at Visy, executes the overarching operational strategy and oversees the performance of manufacturing and logistics divisions. Driving the implementation of sustainable packaging solutions, the President ensures that production processes meet the highest standards for recycled content and environmental efficiency. This leadership role involves coordinating cross-functional teams to optimize supply chain logistics and expand the market presence of the company. By focusing on operational excellence, Sean Richards directly impacts the ability of the organization to deliver high-quality products to iconic brands while reducing landfill contributions. The President maintains a sharp focus on scaling innovative recycling technologies, ensuring that all sites operate in alignment with the company's vision for a circular economy. Through rigorous oversight of daily operations, Richards secures the consistent delivery of value to customers and stakeholders, reinforcing the position of the company as a global leader in sustainable packaging.

Vijay Deshpande, the Chief People Officer at Visy, architects the human capital strategy required to support thousands of employees across diverse manufacturing and logistics operations. Overseeing talent acquisition, organizational development, and workforce culture, the Chief People Officer ensures that the company attracts and retains the expertise needed to drive the circular economy. This leadership role involves fostering a high-performance environment that aligns with the core values of sustainability and innovation. By implementing comprehensive training programs, Vijay Deshpande directly supports the creation of green-collar jobs and enhances operational productivity. The Chief People Officer works closely with other C-suite leaders to integrate human resource initiatives with broader business objectives, ensuring that the workforce remains agile and committed to the company's mission. Through strategic talent management, Deshpande builds the organizational capacity necessary to sustain long-term growth and operational excellence in the competitive packaging sector.