Martin – who was previously vice president – was welcomed to the role by GAMAA members at the Association’s biennial retreat held in the Hunter Valley. On accepting his appointment Martin said, “As an industry we are in a period of significant change with many challenges ahead.

“I am excited about the opportunity to work with the Executive Board, our Executive Director Karen Goldsmith and the GAMAA members to promote our vision for a sustainable industry and to explore new ideas and opportunities.”

Also commenting, Barbagallo who will take Martin’s place as vice president said, “I am very pleased to continue to represent GAMAA and to promote its vision. As a not-for-profit association GAMAA is dedicated to contributing to the industry and I am proud to be part of such a committed group”.

The members of the GAMAA Executive Board were also announced at the retreat. The returning members are Meredith Darke (DIC), Brett Maishman (Fuji Xerox), Mitchell Mulligan (Böttcher) and Alastair Hadley (Heidelberg). Brent Stephens (Flint) stepped down and is replaced by Adrian Fleming (Kodak).

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