Roger White steps down as A.G. Barr CEO

Roger White, Chief Executive of Scotland-headquartered soft drinks company A.G. Barr, has agreed with the Board of Directors that he will, at a mutually agreed date in the next 12 months, step down from his role as CEO, resign as a director of the company and retire from the company.

The Board will immediately commence a formal succession process including an external search to ensure a smooth leadership transition.

Mark Allen, A.G. Barr Chairman, said “Roger has served the shareholders, Board, wider business and industry for over 21 years - this makes him one of the longest serving CEO’s in the UK public market. He has supported the transformation of the business from a regional soft drinks business into a highly successful multi beverage, branded company that has delivered significant value to shareholders, stakeholders and employees. A.G. Barr has a strong culture and momentum and is strategically well placed to continue to deliver for the long term”.

Roger White joined A.G. Barr as managing director in 2002 and was appointed chief executive in 2004. He previously held numerous senior positions in food group Rank Hovis McDougall and is a past president of the British Soft Drinks Association.