MHI
14/08/2015 08:30
DIRECTOR
NOT PRICE SENSITIVE
REL: 0830 HRS Michael Hill International Limited
DIRECTOR: MHI: Emma Hill appointed Chair of Michael Hill International
The Chairman of Michael Hill International, Sir Michael Hill, today confirmed
his retirement as Chairman on the 3rd November following the company's annual
shareholders' meeting. Emma Hill, who is Deputy Chair of the company, will
succeed him as Chair.
Sir Michael Hill, the company's founder, has been Chair of MHI since the
company listed on the NZX in 1987. The company has grown from its first store
in Whangarei New Zealand to an international jewellery brand with 300 stores
across Australia, New Zealand, Canada and the USA and revenues of AU$500m.
Sir Michael Hill will remain on the board as a non-executive director and as
founder and majority owner will continue to be highly engaged and active in
the business moving forward.
Emma Hill has worked for the company for 30 years starting as part time sales
professional on the Whangarei shop floor at the age of 13. Emma established
Michael Hill Canada in 2002 as the General Manager until 2007 when she joined
the board of directors and was appointed Deputy Chair in 2011. Emma has a
Bachelor of Commerce and an MBA with Distinction from Bond University.
Sir Michael welcomed Emma's appointment as chair. "Emma has learnt jewellery
retailing from the ground up, has worked across the breadth of the business,
and across our international marketplaces. I'm thrilled that Emma has gained
the full support of the Board for her appointment as Chair and proud to have
a daughter who is incredibly passionate about the family business and has the
expertise to chair the company over the next period of growth and development
", says Sir Michael.
Commenting on her appointment as Chair, Emma said "she was pleased and
excited to accept the role. Michael Hill International has a bright future.
The last 30 years have been a great journey of learning, perseverance and
growth. Our rich heritage married with our high quality people positions us
well to move forward and achieve our ambitions. I have always admired my
father and what he has created and feel privileged to be succeeding him as
Chair. "
Sir Michael Hill. Photos attached,
Chairman 14/8/15
End CA:00268393 For:MHI Type:DIRECTOR Time:2015-08-14 08:31:23
