In Episode 159 of the No Limitations podcast Bumps on the Road, Blenheim Partners’ Gregory Robinson speaks to Alf Ianniello, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Codan Ltd.

In an earnest discussion, Alf contends that Australian businesses must invest more in research and development to deliver world-class intellectual property, which can be commercialised, manufactured and scaled at pace, and lead to a competitive advantage in the global marketplace.

Today, Alf is Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Codan Ltd, a role he stepped into in January 2022. With more than three decades of global leadership across packaging, defence, and automotive industries, Alf has a proven track record of driving growth, innovation, and cultural transformation. Before Codan Ltd, he served as Chief Executive Officer of Detmold Group for fourteen years, where he successfully expanded the business across existing and new markets, and positioned the company as a global leader in sustainable packaging. Known for his ability to leverage innovation and foster organisational excellence, Alf now leads Codan Ltd’s global expansion strategy, building on the company’s proud heritage while steering it toward a more sustainable and diversified future.

 

Please note: this episode was recorded on 26 August 2025.

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