Darren Tendler

Darren Tendler is an accomplished executive with extensive experience in leadership roles within the food and beverage industry. Currently serving as VP APAC at J.R. Simplot Company and Vice President - ANZ at Simplot Australia Pty Ltd since April 2023 and August 2018 respectively, Darren leads the Simplot ANZ business and oversees the Commercial division. Additional roles include Board Advisor at Curatif and former CEO of Schweppes Australia, where Darren successfully managed the turnaround of the non-alcohol beverage business. Previous positions also include General Manager at Foster's Group and various senior roles at SABMiller and Anheuser-Busch InBev, focusing on sales, marketing, and strategy across multiple channels. Darren holds education credentials from Hult Ashridge Executive Education and the Australian Institute of Company Directors.