Mark Lindh Chairman

Mark is a founder and principal of AE Advisors, an investment house established in 2006. Mark is a corporate advisor with significant experience in advising predominantly listed companies encompassing a range of industries including technology, energy, resources, infrastructure and utilities. He has acted as the principal corporate and financial advisor to a number of Australian corporate success stories and has extensive experience in Australian equity and debt markets and advising clients on capital raisings, mergers and acquisitions and investor relations.

In addition, he is a Chairperson and Non-Executive Director of ASX-listed company, Aerometrex Ltd (AMX) and Whitebark Energy Ltd (WBE), a Non-Executive Director of ASX-listed company, Bass Oil Ltd (BAS).

Maggie BeerDIRECTOR (NON-EXECUTIVE)

Maggie Beer’s career in the food industry spans over 40 years, beginning as a farmer at the Pheasant Farm in 1979, whereby the fresh, seasonal ingredients produced led to a farm shop in the Barossa, and soon after a Nationally acclaimed restaurant, followed by a commercial food production business, Maggie Beer Products. Each venture has always been driven by a passion to use only the highest quality ingredients but also to create a unique range.

Maggie was Telstra South Australia Business Woman of the Year in 1997, Senior Australian of the Year 2010 & once again in 2011, appointed as a Member of the Order of Australia in 2012 and awarded an honorary doctorate of Macquarie University in 2013, and honorary doctorate of the University of South Australia in 2016 in recognition of her achievements in tourism, hospitality and the promotion of Australian cuisine. In addition to this, Maggie established the Maggie Beer Foundation in 2014 to improve the food experiences for older Australians, particularly those living within aged care homes.

Maggie joined the board of Maggie Beer Holdings as part of the sale of Maggie Beer Products to the group.  Maggie continues to play a pivotal role in the growth and strategy of the Maggie Beer Products business as well remaining deeply involved in the development of new and exciting products.

Chris IllmanDIRECTOR (NON-EXECUTIVE)

Chris Illman was appointed as a director of Maggie Beer Holdings Ltd in November 2025. Mr Illman brings more than 30 years’ of senior leadership experience across the FMCG, liquor, and hospitality sectors, having held executive roles at globally recognised companies including Kraft Foods International, Fosters Group, Southcorp Wines, and currently as Head of Group Sales, Marketing and Hospitality at the Bickford’s Group of Companies.

A proud South Australian, Mr Illman holds a Bachelor of Economics from Flinders University and a Master of Marketing from Melbourne Business School. He is a highly accomplished marketing and commercial leader with deep expertise in brand building, innovation, and growth strategy across heritage and entrepreneurial businesses. His leadership has been instrumental in revitalising iconic Australian brands and expanding their presence in domestic and international markets.

Mr Illman also serves as a Board Director of Harness Racing South Australia, is a Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, and contributes significantly to community sport as President of the Mount Lofty Football Club and a Level 2 accredited AFL coach.

Tom Kiing Director (executive)

Board member since July 2008, Tom is also a director of Bridge Capital Pty Ltd, an Australian technology investment firm that manages a portfolio of investments in the IT sector.

Tom also sits on the Board of The Atomic Group, a retail and footwear company in Australia which holds the Adidas license in Australia. Tom has extensive experience as a technology, retail and consumer brand executive in building and growing businesses in the field. Tom travels extensively through the ASEAN region to promote a wide range of Australian investment opportunities to Asian institutions and private investors.

Rebecca Tolhurst Director (non-executive)

Rebecca Tolhurst was appointed to the Board of Maggie Beer Holdings Ltd in November 2025. With degrees in Law and Commerce, Rebecca’s career has been built on applying her legal and commercial skill set to assist businesses in making informed strategic and operational decisions, whilst managing complexities of risk and compliance.

Having worked in private legal practice for seven years before stepping into her current role of General Counsel with the privately owned Bickford’s Group in 2002, Rebecca has gained valuable experience advising in the areas of asset sale and purchase, intellectual property, employment law, leasing and general commercial law within a fast moving consumable goods and retail environment. In this role, Rebecca actively engages in the commercial development of the business, including as a member of the Executive Team and overseeing the Human Resources Business Unit.

Rebecca also serves as Deputy Chair of The Barossa Co-op, a non-executive director of the Australian Military Bank Ltd and is a Graduate Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.