REG - East Imperial PLC - Directorship Changes

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RNS Number : 2356T  East Imperial PLC  13 November 2023

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13 November 2023

East Imperial plc

 

(the "Company")

 

 Directorship Changes

 

 

East Imperial plc, the global purveyor of ultra-premium beverages, today
announces that Alistair McGeorge will step down as Chairman and Non-Executive
Director of the Company, effective 10 November 2023.

 

Robin Stevens will join as a Non-Executive Director effective 10 November
2023. Robin brings a wealth of experience in corporate finance, financial
advisory and business consulting. Currently, he is a Senior Adviser and
Capital Markets Lead at MHA MacIntyre Hudson LLP, providing capital markets
and corporate finance advice to firms in the UK and overseas. He has
particular experience working with emerging companies in the Asia-Pacific
region.

 

CEO and Founder Tony Burt will act as Executive Chairman until an independent
Chair with the appropriate industry expertise has been identified and
appointed.

 

 

Tony Burt, CEO/Founder, commented:

 

"I'd like to thank Alistair for his two years of service and wish him all the
best for the future. I'm also delighted to welcome Robin, who brings extensive
experience in corporate finance, PLC governance and emerging companies in the
Asia-Pacific region. His knowledge of the City, insight and UK PLC experience
will be a tremendous asset to us."

 

 

Enquiries:

Anthony Burt / Andrew Robertson - investors@eastimperial.com
(mailto:investors@eastimperial.com)

About East Imperial

Founded in New Zealand and Singapore in 2012, East Imperial produces a range
of ultra-premium mixers that sell throughout APAC, the US and EMEA. Guided by
a clear strategy to capitalise on the growing demand for premiumisation across
the beverage industry, East Imperial has sold over 33 million bottles in over
20 countries since its founding, with popular products including Old World
Tonic, Grapefruit Tonic, Yuzu Tonic and Mombasa Ginger Beer. In 2023, East
Imperial won 8 medals at the coveted Tonic & Mixers Masters Competition in
London. The company was founded on the philosophy of creating exquisite
products defined by heritage, tradition and authenticity. All products are
made from the highest quality, all-natural ingredients, reflecting East
Imperial's commitment to providing a sustainable product and minimising
environmental impacts at every stage of the manufacturing process. For more
information about East Imperial and its ultra-premium mixers, visit
eastimperial.co.uk.

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