Adnams appoints new CFO as part of growth strategy

Andy Driscoll joins Adnams
Growth strategy: Adnams has appointed Andy Driscoll as its new chief financial officer (Adnams)

Suffolk-based brewer and operator Adnams has appointed Andy Driscoll as its new chief financial officer.

Discoll is a Deloitte qualified financial professional with significant financial leadership experience across FMCG and logistics sectors.

He has previously served as CFO for companies including Constellation Cold Logistics, Valeo Snackfoods and Kettle Foods.

Discoll will formally join the business on Monday 1 September 2025 and will also become an executive director of the Adnams Board.

He replaces the role of interim funding director, Robin Paul, who will stand down in the coming weeks after a period of handover.

Significant step

The company said this was a “significant step” within the company’s growth strategy for 2025 and beyond.

Speaking at the company’s recent annual general meeting, interim chair Simon Townsend reiterated a focus on profitability and shareholder value, while highlighting the company’s emphasis on two key initiatives in the year ahead – Destination Southwold and Ghost Ship.

Driscoll said: “I am very much looking forward to becoming part of the Adnams operation, particularly at a time of such bold vision for the future.

Growth and profitability

“I have been extremely fortunate to have worked for a number of brands across FMCG and manufacturing, but it is especially exciting to join a business whose ethos and products are so cherished, not only within the Adnams heartland but across the UK and beyond.”

Chief executive officer Jenny Hanlon said: “Andy is a great fit for our business and will play a very important part as we continue our focus on growth and profitability.

“We are very clear on our strategic emphasis in the months ahead - namely Ghost Ship and Destination Southwold – and Andy’s experience will help ensure we remain on course with that approach, and that we deliver outstanding outcomes for our shareholders and our loyal customers too.”