SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA: Australian Dairy Nutritionals Limited (AHF) announced that Mr Mahinthan (Mahi) Sundaranathan has been appointed as its Chief Executive Officer.

Mr Sundaranathan has over 20 years’ experience in the dairy industry across the Australian, Chinese and other Asian markets.

Mahi is skilled and highly motivated marketing, sales & product development professional, bringing extensive experience across international markets with expertise in brand management, new product development, and project management in the FMCG and dairy sectors.

With a proven track record of leadership, Mahi has successfully driven sales and brand teams and collaborated on cross-functional projects to achieve specified objectives.

Having lived and worked in Sri Lanka, Malaysia, and Australia, and also being instrumental in the success of the a2 Milk Company in the Daigou channel into China, he brings a wealth of global insights and strategic planning capabilities.

Mahi has held senior roles at the a2 Milk Company, Danone MG Australia, and Fonterra Brands Australia, coupled with a robust academic background in business
administration and marketing.

In announcing Mr Sundaranathan appointment, Peter Nathan, Chair of AHF said: “We are delighted that Mahi has chosen to join and lead Australian Dairy Nutritionals as he has an outstanding track record in delivering strong commercial outcomes in the dairy industry in both Australia and China.

Having carefully considered the requirements of the business, we’re
confident that Mahi is well placed to work with our customers, partners and team through the next phase of growth both here in Australia and internationally.

Mahi has a deep knowledge of the Infant Formula category in China and we look forward to the fresh ideas and enthusiasm that Mahi will bring to the role as our new CEO.