Speakers

Richard Baker

Company: Parmalat

Richard Baker has had over 20 years management experience within the FMCG industry, retail management, media sales and foodservice markets.

Richard is currently working as the Business Improvement Manager, for Parmalat Australia Ltd, one of the leading branded milk, beverage and dairy companies in Australia with sales in excess of A$1.2b.

One of the many functions Richard serves within this role is to ensure the growth and profitability of Parmalat's 200 plus franchisee operators which cover over 190 assigned territories. Richard has driven and been involved in the successful creation and implementation of numerous franchising strategies.

Richard has been a serving committee member of the FCA Queensland Chapter for the past three years, he has thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to serve and provide any assistance the Franchising sector during this period.

Richard has also attained a Diploma in Franchising, a Graduate Certificate in Business Administration, and an Advanced Diploma in Project Management and is currently completing an MBA.