Ahmed Fahour welcomes incoming AusPost MD and CEO

Current Managing Director and Group CEO of Australia Post, Ahmed Fahour, has welcomed his successor, Christine Holgate in a press release.
Fahour congratulates Holgate on her appointment to the position, noting that her
skillset and international experience make her an ideal fit given Australia Post’s shift to eCommerce and its “ongoing commitment to serving the community.”
He adds that he and Holgate share similar views about the importance of supporting workforces and equipping people to succeed. “As we have transformed Australia Post into a pre-eminent eCommerce company, we have invested heavily in our people and the culture of our organisation,” he said. “I know Christine will maintain that approach.”
Fahour adds that he is pleased that Group Chief Customer Officer Christine Corbett will act as MD and Group CEO until Christine Holgate arrives at Australia Post in mid-to-late October, ensuring continuity and momentum are maintained,
“As an advocate for diversity I leave Australia Post proud that five of the most senior roles in the business are now filled by women,” he said. “They include the new Managing Director and Group CEO Christine Holgate, acting Deputy Chair Holly Kramer, Chair of the Board Audit Committee Jan West, the acting Managing Director and Group Chief Customer Officer Christine Corbett and the Group Chief Financial Officer Janelle Hopkins.”