Mark Harvey-Sutton leaves livestock exporters to lead wine industry
Mark Harvey-Sutton is leaving ALEC to become CEO of Australian Grape and Wine in January 2027.
Mark Harvey-Sutton led the Australian Livestock Exporters' Council during the Albanese government's plan to end live sheep exports by sea. Over his eight years there, he managed relations with government and built trade relationships.
He worked especially with Indonesia on cattle exports. Australian Grape and Wine hired Mark Harvey-Sutton as its new CEO, replacing Lee McLean.
The group said his trade experience and market knowledge would help create new chances for Australian wine.
- Eight years as CEO
- Time at ALEC
- Lee McLean (eight years, four as CEO)
- Replacement at AGW
- January 13, 2027
- Start date at AGW
- Indonesia for live cattle
- Export focus
Why it mattersLeadership changes in important farm groups show how these industries are getting ready for shifts in trade and rules ahead.
AustraliaAustralian wine export strategy now has a leader with government and trade experience; livestock export industry prepares for its next chapter.
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