VITACO HEALTH GROUP

Craig Kearney

Chief Executive Officer

Andrew Folkard

President and Chief Commercial Officer

Jeff Peng

President

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Vitaco’s vision of “Empowering Healthier Lives” and its values of “We Act, We Care and We Succeed” strongly align with Craig Kearney’s own principles. He believes the culture that grows from this vision and these values is truly special, and he considers the company not only the best workplace but also home to an exceptional team of people.

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Craig Kearney

For Andrew Folkard, Vitaco is genuinely delivering on its vision of “Empowering Healthier Lives.” He takes pride in being part of a company that lives its values every day and is proud of its world-class brands and products. Folkard loves coming to work knowing he is part of a passionate, diverse and dedicated team all striving towards shared goals and success.

President and Chief Commercial Officer

Andrew Folkard

Having grown up as a doctor’s son in China and spent nearly two decades living in Australia, Jeff Peng is a passionate advocate for “Empowering Healthier Lives” across cultures. He values Vitaco’s commitment to “We Act, We Care and We Succeed,” which closely reflects his own philosophy, and is driven to help build trusted brands that enable better health and nutrition for all.

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Lucinda Warren

Chief People and Culture Officer

Vitaco’s people are the reason Lucinda Warren chose, and continues to choose, to be part of the organisation. She is inspired by their dedication, their commitment to quality, their embrace of individuality and the authenticity of their values, as well as the strength they show as a team working toward a shared purpose.

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Lucinda Warren

Roger Scott

Chief Operating Officer

As someone who loves all things operations and believes in practising what you preach, Roger Scott finds Vitaco an excellent fit. He values the strong alignment he shares with colleagues around the company’s vision and values, and he especially appreciates the opportunity to work alongside an outstanding group of people he truly admires.

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Roger Scott

Vitaco Health Group is Australia and New Zealand’s fastest-growing and most trusted house of sports nutrition, supplements and health food brands. Through Musashi, Athena, Nutra-Life, Healtheries and Aussie Bodies, it delivers high-quality products that support people’s health and wellness journeys. As a global business, it takes pride in its world-class, vertically integrated manufacturing and its commitment to innovation and quality. Vitaco’s people are at the heart of its success. The organisation lives and breathes its values – We Care, We Act, We Succeed – fostering a culture of teamwork, diversity and continuous growth. It also prioritises well-being through its Six Ways to Well-being program, supporting the mental, physical, and emotional health of its team. Vitaco believes in making a difference every day – not only through its products but also by doing the right thing for its communities and taking bold action for a healthier environment. The company does not just create great products – it empowers healthier lives.

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Brent Hall

General Manager, Supply Chain and Innovation

John Stanton

General Manager, New Zealand and China

Alex Boden

General Manager, Australia

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Brent Hall is drawn to Vitaco’s vision of “Empowering Healthier Lives” and its values of “We Act, We Care and We Succeed.” He enjoys being part of a high-growth industry and an exceptional team, producing products that empower healthier lives and offer solutions to support families, individuals and teams in achieving their health goals.

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Brent Hall

John Stanton sees Vitaco as a unique organisation with the rare opportunity to help people live healthier, more active lives. He is inspired by the genuine, positive difference the company makes every day and believes the heart of the company lies in its extraordinarily passionate people. Sharing the same values and vision, he values the chance each person at Vitaco has to make a real impact.

General Manager, New Zealand and China

John Stanton

A strong passion for health and wellness is what makes Vitaco the right place for Alex Boden. He takes pride in the high-quality supplements and healthy foods the company creates and is proud to share these products with his family, friends and the wider community.

General Manager, Australia

Alex Boden

Kimi leads the Estate Planning and Wealth Protection team and is a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners. She understands the complex and delicate nature of family estate planning, the technical requirements around probate and estate administration, and the importance of preserving wealth for future generations. Her advice is accurate, commercial, strategic and tailored to each situation.

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