MG Marketing appoints GM of Communications and Sustainability

MG Marketing (MG) has appointed Ellery Tappin to the newly created role of General Manager of Communications and Sustainability, a position within the executive management team based at the co-operatives support office in Christchurch.

Ellery brings with him extensive experience across a range of communications and consultancy roles for some of New Zealand’s leading brands.

In this new role, he will oversee the company’s internal and external communications activity.  He will also develop and lead the MG’s internal CSR programme, while also working with a range of stakeholders on initiatives which support environmental sustainability.

Commenting on the appointment, MG Marketing CEO, Peter Hendry, said this new role is an important one for the business.

 “This appointment steps up our efforts to provide leadership to our growers, customers and staff in the area of communication and sustainability,” said Hendry.

“With his experience across a range of communications roles, and his ability to effectively develop and implement projects and programmes, Ellery will be a strong asset to MG and our stakeholders.”