Dealer group appoints former boss of Australian Newsagents Federation.

 

Office Brands has announced the appointment of Adam Joy (pictured) as chief executive officer, effective 15 June.

 

A former CEO of the Australian Newsagents Federation from 2009 to 2018, Joy succeeds Gavin Ward, who resigned last August after an eight-year stint with the dealer group.

 

Joy is currently chief operating officer at University of Wollongong Pulse, a non-profit organisation receiving income from the university’s trading operations which aim to improve the student experience for UOW students.

 

Joy has a Masters in International Project Management and Masters in Business Management from Federation University as well as a Post Graduate Diploma -  Strategic Business from the University of Ballarat.

 

Office Brands chairman David Spear commented: “We are delighted Adam has agreed to join us. He brings a wealth of membership experience and a focus on providing quality service and benefits to members and, importantly, value to shareholders.”

 

Joy added: “I’m delighted to be appointed to the role of CEO of Office Brands. I can’t wait to get started in June, connect with staff and members and take Office Brands on the next exciting journey.” 

 

On his Linkedin page, Joy stated: “I am an experienced Executive Operational and Strategic Manager with a background in operational control and change management as well as contract and legislative compliance within a large multinational organisation. I provide leadership, development and a talent for strategic planning to ensure optimal business and financial outcomes.

 

“I have demonstrated highly-developed analytic and investigative capacities with a strong practical approach. I am innovative and have demonstrable strong skills in business consulting, financial analysis, IT Implementation, supplier negotiation, oral and written communication, team and project management.”

 

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