Daniel Bracken, the CEO of international jeweller Michael Hill International Limited, passed away unexpectedly this week. The company announced his death, stating that he had experienced a severe adverse reaction to medical treatment for a pre-existing condition.
In a press release, the board and staff of Michael Hill expressed their profound condolences to Bracken’s family and friends, highlighting his exceptional leadership over the past seven years. They noted his dedication and the significant contributions he made to the company, describing him as a passionate retailer and a strategic thinker who profoundly transformed the Michael Hill Group. His loss will be deeply felt throughout the organisation.
Details relating to the interim leadership structure will be shared by the board at a later date. Michael Hill, founded in 1979 by Sir Michael Hill in Whangarei, New Zealand, now operates around 300 stores across Australia, New Zealand, and Canada, with its headquarters located in Brisbane.