23.07.2020 Burts Snacks announce new Managing Director David Nairn will be succeeded by Dave McNulty after 14 years at the helm of Burts Snacks Burts Snacks, one of the country’s leading independent snacking companies, has announced that its Chairman and Managing Director, David Nairn is stepping down after 14 years leading the business. He will be succeeded by Dave McNulty, the former Managing Director of SHS’s Drinks Division and Vice President of Coca-Cola Enterprises. Stepping down with immediate effect, Nairn has played an instrumental role in the UK premium snacking industry, helping the Devon-based business expand into new sectors and grow from £1m sales per annum to more than £60m. He will continue to provide support on the direction and strategy of the business as a Non-Executive Director and Company Secretary. McNulty joins Burts Snacks following four years as Managing Director of SHS’s Drinks Division. He has also held roles as Vice President of Coca-Cola Enterprises and Director ICC Europe at Kraft Foods. Jitu Patel, Chairman said: “David’s experience and knowledge will continue to be invaluable for our leadership and continued growth. His enthusiasm and tireless commitment to growth and strategic direction will ensure that Burts Snacks is well-positioned to continue on its growth trajectory.” David Nairn said: “After 14 years I am looking forward to seeing the business through a different lens. My career has been redefined by this industry after 32 years in banking. The role played in supporting our people and customers every day and my passion to continue to support the Burts family story will never change. I am proud of the extraordinary team and the incredible products we have developed, and I am excited for what the future holds under Dave’s stewardship.” Commenting on his new role, Dave McNulty added: “I am excited about this new opportunity and the prospect of working with such a dedicated and ambitious team. David’s leadership, commitment and passion for the business has created a long-lasting legacy and I am very much looking forward to building on his achievements, taking the brand and its product offering into the next chapter.” LATEST NEWS 08.06.2021 Burts Partner with RNLI… READ MORE 23.03.2021 Coming Soon… READ MORE 09.02.2021 Burts Snacks appoints leading SW agency to support growth plans READ MORE 14.01.2021 Thank you… READ MORE PLYMOUTH Burts Snacks The Klamp House Belliver Way Roborough Devon PL6 7BP 0800 023 7404 LEICESTER Burts Snacks 65 Lewisher Road Leicestershire LE4 9LR 0800 023 7404 TERMS PRIVACY SLAVERY STATEMENT CONTACT FIND US ON LINKEDIN inline-icon-linked Burts Snacks Ltd The Klamp House, Belliver Way, Roborough, Plymouth, PL6 7BP Registered in England No. 02665660