Melbourne

MARK LAIDLAW
Chair
Mark is an experienced company director, CEO and leader of business success.
He has over a decade of experience across the Metcash group, plus 16 years with major fuel company Exxon Mobil including four years in France and Germany.
Mark Laidlaw joined Mitre 10 in 2010 with a brief to turn the company around.
During his tenure, he drove the major major acquisitions and integration of Total Tools and Home Timber & Hardware.
Mark has extensive experience in strategy, sales operations, network development, marketing, M&A, and commercial management.
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He has a strong focus on building team leadership, business turnarounds, change management, strategy development and direction.
Current Roles
Executive Chairperson of Total Tools
Mentor with Kilfinan Australia - pro bono CEO mentoring services.
Past Executive Positions
Mitre 10 Australia (Metcash) – CEO; 2010 - 2020
IGA Victoria – General Manager; 2004 – 2009
IGA Victoria – Commercial Manager; 2001 - 2003
EXXON Mobile France – Joint Manager 2000 - 2001
