Ishani Samarasekera brings a decade of robust senior finance experience from her previous tenure at General Mills. In her new role at Chobani Australia, she will oversee critical functions including Finance, Strategy, Information Technology (IT), and Integrated Business Planning. Her expertise is expected to streamline financial operations and align strategic initiatives, crucial for optimizing resource allocation and supporting future expansion in the dairy market.

Complementing this, Sami Cannone joins Chobani Australia with nearly 20 years of extensive experience in sales and commercial strategy. Her impressive background includes significant roles at Mars Petcare and Coca-Cola Amatil, equipping her with deep insights into consumer goods distribution and market dynamics. Cannone’s appointment is set to invigorate Chobani’s sales efforts and reinforce its relationships with retailers and consumers.

Scott Hadley, Managing Director of Chobani Australia, emphasized that these executive appointments complete a formidable senior leadership team. This team is singularly focused on purpose-driven leadership, aiming not only for the growth of the Chobani brand but also for the continued success of Gippsland Dairy, another key brand under their portfolio. This strategic alignment underscores a holistic approach to market dominance.