CEO

Danny Diab is the Group Chief Executive Officer.

Danny Diab has an Economics background and also holds a Graduate Diploma in Corporate Management, a Diploma in Company Directorship. He has studied Mergers & Acquisitions and Supply Chain Management. Danny Diab is a Foundation fellow of the Institute of Corporate Managers and Chartered Secretaries and a Fellow in the Australian Institute of Company Directors. 

In addition to his role with the Diab Group of Companies, Danny is a:

  • Non- Executive Director of Restaurant Brands Limited a publicly listed Company on the NZSX
  • Director of Pizza Hut Ad Co Limited in Australia
  • President of the National Pizza Association

Background

  • Over 24 years of business experience in retail, manufacturing and investments
  • 10 years experience as a consultant in business improvement; cost restructuring, marketing and divestment
  • Advised on and assisted with capital raising and debt funding within various industries
  • Advised on and completed acquisitions on behalf of organisations ranging from SME's to PLC's
  • Assisted in integration of newly acquired Companies, maximising synergies and cost benefits
  • Identifying areas of commercial risk and recommended risk management strategies
  • Managed a portfolio of investments which delivered outstanding returns
  • Developed and negotiated industrial relations and supply agreements
  • Public speaking
  • Detailed understanding of financial statements
  • Detailed understanding of Franchising and international brands
  • Mergers & Acquisitions capability - researching, identifying and negotiating significant acquisitions
  • Provided post acquisition services - advising on integration and rationalisation strategy to maximise cost benefits
  • Chaired committees and Companies
  • Developed understanding of sound Corporate governance principles
  • Prepared submissions for Industry bodies and Government enquiries on industry specific matters