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Arla MD Ash Amirahmadi is new Chair of IGD’s Board of Trustees

Arla MD Ash Amirahmadi is new Chair of IGD’s Board of Trustees
Ash Amirahmadi

Ash Amirahmadi, Managing Director of Arla Foods UK, is to become Chair of IGD’s Board of Trustees in March, taking over from Jill Ross, CEO of Avidity.

“I have thoroughly enjoyed my time as Chair of IGD’s Board of Trustees, working in partnership with colleagues from across our industry to guide this unique organisation through an incredible few years," said Jill Ross. "I wish Ash all the best in the role and have no doubt his passion for our industry will help deliver great impact for IGD.”


Ash Amirahmadi has been Managing Director of Arla Foods UK since 2018. He is also the current Chair of the board of Dairy UK. Ash joined Arla more than 15 years ago, working in several roles across commercial, sales and marketing. Since he became Managing Director, Arla Foods UK has continued to grow and is now Britain’s leading dairy company.

“I am proud to be given the opportunity to chair a trusted and respected organisation," said Ash. "The IGD plays such an important role in developing commercial insights and connecting organisations, all of which help shape the future of the food and consumer goods industry. I especially look forward to supporting Susan and the Board of Trustees as we navigate the key challenges and opportunities that face our industry.”

Susan Barratt, CEO of IGD commented: “I’d like to thank Jill for the commitment, passion and expertise she has shown during her time as Chair. She is an enormous advocate of IGD, supporting our work and guiding us through a hugely challenging yet rewarding time for our industry. I have enjoyed working with her immensely and am delighted that she will remain a Trustee of IGD until the end of the year.

“I’m also delighted to welcome Ash as our new Chair. He brings a wealth of knowledge and passion for the industry, which will be hugely valuable as we continue to unite and inspire the food and consumer goods industry and mobilise it as a force for good.”

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