Julian Waller

Julian Waller (CA) has a diverse and extensive work experience. Julian is the current Head of Commercial Finance - Supply Chain, Merchandise, and Wholesale at Foodstuffs North Island Limited, a position they have held since May 2023.

Prior to that, Julian was the Co-Founder of Wise Allies, a business consultancy firm specializing in strategic planning and execution, from December 2020 to the present.

Before Wise Allies, Julian worked at Lion for many years, holding various leadership positions. Julian was the Commercial Director - Business Development from May 2021 to May 2023, responsible for financial growth plans, forecasting, and governance across Havana Coffee, Panhead Brewery, and Emerson's Brewery. Julian also served as the Commercial Director - Projects from June 2019 to May 2021, leading value creation projects and major relocations. Earlier, they were the Commercial Director Marketing & Pricing from November 2017 to June 2019, optimizing marketing investment and setting pricing strategies. Julian also held roles as the Commercial Director Wine, Commercial Manager - Off Premise, National Operations Commercial Manager - Wine & Beverage, Commercial Manager - Wine Operations, Commercial Manager - Beer Marketing, Wines & Spirits Marketing, and Pricing Team Leader during their time at Lion.

Overall, Julian Waller has demonstrated expertise in finance, strategy, marketing, and operations, with a focus on driving growth and efficiency in various industries.

Julian Waller studied at Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, although the specific timeframe is not provided. Julian obtained a Bachelor of Applied Economics from Massey University, specializing in the field of study of Economics, from 1998 to 2001.