• Michael Hill CEO Daniel Bracken has passed away unexpectedly
• Bracken led the company for the past 7 years, transforming it
• Board to provide details on interim leadership arrangements

Michael Hill International Limited has announced the unexpected passing of its Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, Daniel Bracken, as a result of an adverse reaction to medical treatment for an underlying medical condition. The Board, Executive and all of the Michael Hill team expressed their deepest and sincerest condolences to his family and friends. On behalf of the Board, they thanked Daniel for his outstanding leadership and dedication to the Michael Hill Group and its people over the past 7 years, during which he transformed the company into what it is today. Bracken was described as a passionate retailer, an innovative and strategic thinker, and an inspiring leader. The Board stated that further details of interim leadership arrangements will be provided in due course following this sad news.