Cross-border dairy co-operative Lakeland Dairies has today appointed Oliver McAllister as its new chief financial officer.
The co-op processes around 2 billion litres of milk produced by 3,200 farm families on both sides of the border.
Its products are used in over 100 global markets.
Oliver McAllister has spent the last decade in some of the largest agri-food companies on the island.
He departs his current role as CFO with veterinary pharmaceuticals company Norbrook and will join Lakeland Dairies where he will be a key member of the co-op's senior leadership team. He has also held CFO roles at Dale Farm Limited and Foyle Food Group.
Oliver McAllister said the dairy industry and the wider co-operative movement play a hugely important role in enhancing the lives of people and communities across rural Ireland.
"I'm excited to be joining Lakeland Dairies at such an important time for the company. I look forward to working collectively and collaboratively with all the great people throughout the co-operative to ensure we realise our new strategic direction," he added.
Lakeland Dairies' Group CEO Colin Kelly said the company had appointed a CFO with a tremendous track-record of innovation, strategic thinking, and business growth.
"We are at a hugely exciting time for Lakeland Dairies as we continue to execute our ambitious strategy Foundations for a Better Future. Our purpose is to deliver sustainable prosperity for our 3,200 farm families and this will be achieved by meeting the needs of our customers through the commitment of our people and the quality of our products," he added.
