Amcor Will Appoint Tom Long as Board Chairman
The packing giant prepares for a leadership transition as longtime chair Graeme Liebelt retires in November.
Updated on Sept. 29, 2026 in People
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Amcor announced that board chair Graeme Liebelt will retire at the annual stockholders meeting on Nov. 11, 2026. The board has elected current independent director Tom Long to succeed Liebelt as chairman.
Why it matters
The transition marks the end of a 13-year tenure under Liebelt, signaling a shift in oversight for the packaging major. The move shifts leadership to a veteran executive with prior experience as a CEO and current board chair at other global firms.
Amcor operates across 40 countries with 400 locations, employing 75,000 workers and generating $23 billion in annual sales. Tom Long has served as an independent non-executive director since joining the board in 2017.
The players
Graeme Liebelt
Outgoing Chairman of the Board of Amcor who served in the role for nearly 13 years.
Tom Long
Incoming Amcor Chairman, former CEO of MillerCoors, LLC, and current Chairman of the Board of Wolverine Worldwide, Inc.
Amcor
A global packaging company with 75,000 employees and $23 billion in annual sales.
The details
Tom Long brings experience as the former CEO of MillerCoors, LLC, following the 2008 merger of the two brewing entities. He currently serves as the Chairman of the Board at Wolverine Worldwide, Inc. Liebelt will conclude his 13-year run as chairman upon his retirement during the annual stockholders meeting.
Timeline
Sept. 29, 2026: Amcor announced the board chair transition.
Nov. 11, 2026: Graeme Liebelt will retire at the annual stockholders meeting.
Market Landscape
Amcor is positioning for a change in governance by selecting a leader with experience in managing complex, multi-brand global entities. This follows a pattern of large-scale enterprises recruiting directors who have successfully navigated high-level consolidations like the 2008 merger of Miller and Coors.
Operators should monitor upcoming regulatory filings from Amcor for potential shifts in long-term capital allocation or board-level strategic priorities following the transition. Pay close attention to how the company's governance structure changes relative to its historical performance under the previous chair.
The takeaway
Leadership changes at global firms often signal a pivot in long-term governance or acquisition strategy. Operators should track the official proxy statement following the November 2026 meeting for insights into the new chairman's priorities.
What happens next
Graeme Liebelt will officially retire from his position at the annual stockholders meeting scheduled for Nov. 11, 2026.
Further reading
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