Andrew Peller Limited Announces Leadership Appointments
09 Julio 2024 - 1:00PM
Andrew Peller Limited (TSX: ADW.A / ADW.B) (“APL” or the
“Company”), one of Canada’s leading producers and marketers of
quality wines and craft beverage alcohol products, today announced
executive appointments which are effective immediately. The Board
of Directors is confident that these changes position the Company
for long term success and continued market leadership.
Paul Dubkowski has been appointed Chief
Executive Officer and has been elected to the Board of Directors.
Mr. Dubkowski joined APL in 2022 as Chief Financial Officer and
Executive Vice President IT and has more than 20 years of
experience in the hospitality and retail sectors. He has
established a proven track record of leading teams to drive
profitable growth.
In addition, Patrick O’Brien has been appointed
President & Chief Commercial Officer, assuming expanded
responsibilities for Marketing and all sales channels. Mr. O’Brien,
who joined APL in 2019, is an internationally experienced sales and
marketing executive respected for his strategic approach and focus
on building winning teams.
As previously announced, John Peller will assume
a strategic consulting role to support the leadership team and
ensure a smooth transition of responsibilities. Mr. Peller has been
at the forefront of the Canadian wine industry since 1989 and will
continue his important advocacy work to support the long-term
success of the Company and the Canadian wine industry.
“After a thorough search process, we’re excited
to appoint Paul as our new Chief Executive Officer and Patrick as
our new President and Chief Commercial Officer. They are both
accomplished leaders, with deep knowledge of APL’s operations and
the beverage alcohol industry. Paul has been instrumental in
strengthening the foundation of the business over the last several
years while driving operational efficiencies and cost savings
initiatives. Patrick has built an industry leading commercial team
that has consistently delivered above category growth across all
channels,” said R. Bruce McDonald, Chair of the Board of Directors.
“With Paul and Patrick in these new roles, we have the right
leadership team to carry forward the core values and rich
traditions that have been ingrained in the Company by the Peller
family.”
Mr. McDonald added: “For over 30 years, John has
led the Company as its Chief Executive Officer and has been the
driving force behind its growth and success. On behalf of the Board
of Directors, we thank him for his outstanding contributions and
leadership.”
Paul Dubkowski commented: “I’m thrilled to
assume the role of Chief Executive Officer. I look forward to
working with our Board of Directors to build on the Company’s
strong foundation and track record of profitability established
over 64 years. The team is highly focused on delivering
above-category sales performance, combined with further margin
expansion and EBITA growth.”
About Andrew Peller Limited
Andrew Peller Limited is one of Canada’s leading
producers and marketers of quality wines and craft beverage alcohol
products. The Company’s award-winning premium and ultra-premium
Vintners’ Quality Alliance brands include Peller Estates, Trius,
Thirty Bench, Wayne Gretzky, Sandhill, Red Rooster, Black Hills
Estate Winery, Tinhorn Creek Vineyards, Gray Monk Estate Winery,
Raven Conspiracy, and Conviction. Complementing these premium
brands are a number of popularly priced varietal offerings,
wine-based liqueurs, craft ciders, and craft spirits. The Company
owns and operates 101 well-positioned independent retail locations
in Ontario under The Wine Shop, Wine Country Vintners, and Wine
Country Merchants store names. The Company also operates Andrew
Peller Import Agency and The Small Winemaker’s Collection Inc.,
importers and marketing agents of premium wines from around the
world. With a focus on serving the needs of all wine consumers, the
Company produces and markets premium personal winemaking products
through its wholly owned subsidiary, Global Vintners Inc., the
recognized leader in personal winemaking products. More information
about the Company can be found at ir.andrewpeller.com.
For more information, please contact:Paul
Dubkowski, CEO(905) 643-4131
Source: Andrew Peller Limited
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