Andrew Peller Limited Announces Senior Management Appointments

Paul Dubkowski named CEO
Patrick O’Brien named president and chief commercial officer

GRIMSBY, Ontario, July 9, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Andrew Peller Limited (TSX: ADW.A / ADW.B) (“APL” or the “Company”), one of Canada’s leading producers and marketers of premium wines and craft spirits, today announced executive appointments, effective immediately. The Board of Directors is confident that these changes will position the Company for long-term success and continued market leadership.

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Paul Dubkowski has been named CEO and elected to the board. Mr. Dubkowski joined APL in 2022 as CFO and EVP of IT. He has over 20 years of experience in the hospitality and retail sectors and has established a track record of leading teams to drive profitable growth.

Additionally, Patrick O’Brien has been appointed President and Chief Commercial Officer, taking on expanded responsibilities across marketing and all sales channels. Mr. O’Brien, who joined APL in 2019, is an experienced international sales and marketing executive, respected for his strategic approach and focus on building winning teams.

As previously announced, John Peller will assume a strategic consulting role to support the management team and ensure a smooth transition. Mr. Peller has led the Canadian wine industry since 1989 and will continue his important advocacy work to support the long-term success of the Company and the Canadian wine industry.

“After an extensive search process, we are excited to name Paul as our new CEO and Patrick as our new President and Chief Commercial Officer. Both are experienced leaders with deep knowledge of APL’s business and the alcoholic beverage industry. Paul has been instrumental in strengthening the company’s foundation over the past several years while driving operational efficiencies and cost-saving initiatives. Patrick has built an industry-leading commercial team that has consistently delivered above-category growth across all channels,” said R. Bruce McDonald, Chairman of the Board. “With Paul and Patrick in these new roles, we have the right leadership team in place to continue the core values and rich traditions that have been ingrained in the company by the Peller family.”

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Mr. McDonald added: “For more than 30 years, John has led the company as its CEO and has been a driving force behind its growth and success. On behalf of the board, we thank him for his outstanding contributions and leadership.”

Paul Dubkowski commented, “I am excited to be taking on the role of CEO. I look forward to working with our Board of Directors to build on the company’s strong foundation and history of profitability spanning 64 years. The team is highly focused on delivering above-category sales performance, coupled with continued margin expansion and EBITA growth.”

About Andrew Peller Limited

Andrew Peller Limited is one of Canada’s leading producers and marketers of premium wines and craft spirits. The company’s award-winning premium and ultra-premium Vintners’ Quality Alliance brands include Peller Estates, Trius, bench thirty, Wayne Gretzky, Sandhill, Red Rooster, Black Hills Estate Vineyard, Tinhorn Creek Vineyard, Gray Monk Estate Vineyard, Raven’s Conspiracy, AND Conviction. These premium brands are complemented by a range of popular varietal offerings, wine-based liqueurs, craft ciders and craft spirits. The company owns and operates 101 well-positioned independent retail locations in Ontario under the store names The Wine Shop, Wine Country Vintners and Wine Country Merchants. The company also operates Andrew Peller Import Agency and The Small Winemaker’s Collection Inc., importers and marketing agents for premium wines from around the world. With a focus on meeting the needs of all wine consumers, the company produces and markets premium personal wine products through its wholly owned subsidiary, Global Vintners Inc., a recognized leader in personal wine products. More information about the company can be found at ir.andrewpeller.com.

For more information please contact:
Paul Dubkowski, CEO
(905) 643-4131

Source: Andrew Peller Limited

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