Our Support Team
Meet our Support Team from Ritchies Head Office
Fred Harrison
CEO & Ritchies Director
Meet Ritchies CEO and Director, who’s celebrating 50 years with the company! Starting as a casual in 1975, he worked his way up to lead the business. A passionate AFL fan and former piano player, he believes in treating people with respect and lives by the motto: "If it is to be, it is up to me!" Discover his journey.
Wayne Harrison
VIC State Manager & Ritchies Director
Meet Wayne Harrison, Ritchies Director & VIC State Manager. With a background in law and a passion for leadership, Wayne oversees 54+ stores and 4,000 team members. Learn about his journey at Ritchies and discover why Ritchies feels like family to him.
Mal Cameron
Ritchies Director
Meet a longtime Ritchies leader, who started as a casual in 1975 and worked his way up to Director and Company Secretary. Now the Property Manager, he’s passionate about volleyball, exploring Australia. Inspired by the cartoon Fearless Fly, he believes success comes from taking calculated risks and making things happen.
James Cameron
Ritchies Director
Meet a Ritchies Director with nearly 50 years in the business, leading Loyalty and E-commerce. Starting in liquor, moving into supermarkets, and now transitioning to a non-executive role, he values the friendships and family culture at Ritchies. A fan of papaya smoothies, quality meats, and fine Cabernet, he’s also passionate about exploring Brazil and India.
Di Rothacker
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Di joined Ritchies in 2021, bringing deep experience across finance, retail, and energy. She loves the variety her role offers and the supportive, people-first culture at Ritchies. A creative at heart, Di enjoys art and flower arranging — and dreams of one day exploring Provence, France.
Haedee Kuys
People & Development Manager
Haedee’s journey began at the Emerald store, where she worked across nearly every department before moving into payroll and later stepping into her current role. Her career reflects over three decades of dedication, personal growth, and a true passion for people and team culture.
Lisa Snelson
Co-National Workplace Health & Safety Manager (WHS)
Lisa’s journey has taken her from the shop floor to a key leadership role, supporting the safety and wellbeing of teams across NSW and QLD. From scanning coordinator to store manager, then Food Safety and OH&S Officer, her career is a story of growth, dedication, and making a real impact — all while being herself and enjoying life with her Great Dane!
Shannon Mumford
VIC Service Supervisor
Joined Ritchies in 2010 as a casual cashier and quickly became a Service Supervisor. After managing several stores, she was promoted in 2022 to Victorian Service Supervisor, overseeing all stores across the state.
Belinda Dorn
Supermarket I.T Coordinator
Starting in the deli back in 2004, Belinda Dorn’s journey through bakery, scanning, and support shows how far saying “yes” to opportunity can take you.
Daniel Beech
Victorian Meat Department Supervisor
Starting as an apprentice butcher, Daniel Beech has worked his way up to overseeing all meat departments across Victoria. He values the variety in his role, the strong relationships he’s built, and brings passion and experience to every part of the job.
Dane Silvester
Fresh Produce Buyer/Supervisor VIC
Joining Ritchies in 1999, this team member’s journey from produce manager to Victorian Produce Supervisor and now buyer is packed with growth, grit, and great advice—“Everyone else isn’t always wrong.”
Melissa Patterson
NSW Deli & Bakery Supervisor
Joining Ritchies in 2005 at the New Lambton store, Melissa Patterson has built a strong career in deli and bakery leadership across Newcastle and the Hunter Valley. Her dedication to training and team development led to her current role as NSW Deli/Bakery Supervisor.
Troy Armstrong
National Sushi/ Ritchies Chicken Operations Manager
Since joining Ritchies in 1992, Troy Armstrong has built an impressive career across multiple departments and states—from night fill and fresh food to store management in VIC, NSW, and QLD. Now leading our national Sushi and Ritchies Chicken operations, he oversees everything from day-to-day management to buying and product innovation.
Karen Szewczuk
Produce Supervisor Victoria
With over 30 years in the industry—including 21 years at Fishers IGA and 9 with Ritchies—Karen Szewczuk brings deep experience and hands-on leadership to the produce department. As Victorian Produce Supervisor, she’s passionate about supporting store teams and training the next generation.
Kieron Hyland
VIC Supermarket Supervisor
Starting at Ritchies in 2001 as a 15-year-old working after school and weekends, Kieron Hyland has grown through the business—taking on roles in various departments, managing stores across VIC and NSW, and now supervising our Peninsula stores in Victoria.
Josh McComb
Vic Liquor Territory Manager
Since joining Ritchies in 2014, Josh McComb has worked his way up from casual shelf-stacker at Cranbourne to Liquor Territory Manager across the Mornington Peninsula, Metro Melbourne, and South Gippsland. With a strong foundation in store operations, relief management, and liquor project leadership, he now supports multiple stores while also lending a hand to our IT team on weekends.
