Advanced fibre composites manufacturer Quickstep Holdings has advised that Mark Burgess has been appointed as managing director and CEO following David Marino’s decision to step down from the role for personal and family reasons.
Burgess will commence his official duties in the role from mid May 2017, and will be appointed as a director at the first Board meeting after
his commencement.
Burgess is currently Vice President Honeywell Aerospace Asia Pacific responsible for driving sustained profitable growth during his 4 years in that role across a defence, space and commercial helicopter portfolio.
Previously he had a successful career with BAE Systems in the UK, Middle East and South East Asia in sales, contracts, project and general management roles.
Marino has advised the Board that the demands of personal family matters means that going forward he will be spending more time in Melbourne, which is inconsistent with the commitment that the business requires at this stage of its global strategic development.
In accepting his decision, the board paid tribute to Marino for his significant work and achievement as he has established the Company as a reliable supplier on the C-130J and JSF programs and has completed the investment which will enable Quickstep to cope with the JSF growth and exploit other opportunities in Aerospace manufacturing. With respect to New Technology, David Marino has proven the technology and established a number of key contracts and further opportunities which will see significant progress in the near future.
“The Board recognises the importance of family issues and will continue to support David and wish him and his
family the best for the future”, chairman Tony Quick said.
There will be a structured transition between Burgess and Marino, and Marino will continue to provide his full support to the business during that transition.
Burgess said: “I pay tribute to the instrumental role David has played in building the foundations for the future success of the business. Quickstep has a highly capable executive team, supported by an internationally regarded board, and I am delighted to take over the leadership of Quickstep at this exciting point in its growth”.