Alf joined Codan as the Managing Director and CEO in January 2022, bringing with him extensive international experience in the packaging, defence and automotive industries, most notably holding senior positions with Schefenacker Vision Systems and British Aerospace. This international experience saw Alf manage major facilities in China, Vietnam, Singapore, Indonesia, and South Africa.
Prior to this appointment, Alf was CEO of the Adelaide-based Detmold Group for 14 years and positioned Detmold to become a leading international packaging solutions provider with revenues reaching US$450 million. Alf has also held board positions with SME’s, Tertiary Institutions and Local Government.
Alf attended the Wharton Business School Global CEO Program at the University of Pennsylvania in 2012. He also holds a Graduate Certificate in Management and Bachelor of Engineering (Electronic Engineering) from the University of South Australia and graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
