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McGovern quits Wine Australia
Lisa McGovern has resigned as director of Wine Australia for UK, Ireland and Europe.
The move by McGovern, who had only been with the generic body since April last year, has led to a temporary reshuffle at the the UK office to cover her absence.
John McDonnell, regional manager for Ireland, will support the UK office for two days a week in London until further notice and recruitment for a permanent replacement is currently “being conducted”.
A spokesman for The Australian Wine & Brandy Corporation(AWBC) said: “Lisa worked tirelessly to promote and support the Australian wine industry in the UK and Europe and the AWBC wishes her all the best in the future.”
The spokesman added: “The AWBC has implemented internal changes to support the UK office and the market in Lisa’s absence to ensure transition can occur with minimal impact on the team, strategy, stakeholder interests and market activity.”
Click here to see McGovern’s interview with DBTV, given at the 2009 London International Wine Fair just a matter of weeks after she took up the role.
Alan Lodge, 08.09.2010