Yardy has held senior marketing and trade account management roles at Mars (Marketing Director Canada), Wrigley Pacific (Marketing Manager), Johnson and Johnson (Brand Manager) and Kraft (Sales Manager). He has significant experience in strategy, FMCG category management, large and small retailer engagement and agency management.

Yardy has also worked as a commercial and residential landscaper and holds a Diploma of Horticulture.

He is passionate about the role of fresh food in today’s world, and having grown up in country NSW, is a firm believer in a sustainable agricultural sector.

Yardy says that he is looking forward to leading the Hort Innovation Marketing team and connecting with industry.