On 11/4/2025 the ACAPMA Board President, Wade Death, made the following announcement that after more than a decade Mark McKenzie will step down from his role as CEO of ACAPMA from Friday 4th July 2025.
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Announcement from the ACAPMA Board President
CEO Resignation – Mark McKenzie
On behalf of the ACAPMA Board, I wish to advise that ACAPMA CEO, Mark McKenzie, has recently tendered his resignation and will step down from his full-time role with the Association on Friday 4 July 2025.
Mark’s decision brings to a close a remarkable decade of service to both ACAPMA and the wider Australian fuel wholesale and retail industry. Over the past ten years, Mark has played a pivotal role in strengthening ACAPMA’s voice on national policy matters, forging strong and enduring partnerships across government and industry, and positioning the Association as a respected leader in the national energy conversation.
Our members regularly reference his incredible leadership through such turbulent times during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Mark navigated such a fast-moving environment effortlessly as we set out to prove that our Industry can keep the country moving and maintain essential services to our communities no matter the challenges in front of us.
Another of Mark’s many enduring legacies is the establishment and growth of the Asia Pacific Fuel Industry Forum, now regarded as a must-attend event for anyone involved in the fuel and convenience sectors. This annual Forum has become a cornerstone of industry collaboration, showcasing innovation, policy development, and best practice across the region.
In reflecting on his time at ACAPMA, Mark said:
“It has been an absolute privilege to lead ACAPMA over the past decade and to work with such a dedicated Board of Directors and staff team to serve the interests of businesses operating in the end-stream of the Australian Fuel Industry. I am particularly grateful for the unwavering support and counsel of former ACAPMA President Philip Mollineux (2015 to 2017) and current President Wade Death (2017 to present).”
Mark leaves the Association with the full respect and appreciation of the ACAPMA Board. His leadership, strategic insight, and deep commitment to the industry have helped shape the future of Australian fuel retail and wholesale – and we are immensely grateful for his tireless efforts over the past decade.
While stepping back from the CEO role, Mark will continue to support the organisation and its leadership team in a part-time, external capacity –focussed on the successful delivery of the 2025 Asia Pacific Fuel Industry Forum.
The ACAPMA Board has commenced an executive recruitment process for Mark’s successor and hopes to make an announcement regarding the appointment in the near future. We look forward to seeing the successful candidate build on Mark’s strong foundations.
On behalf of the Board, I would like to thank Mark for his outstanding contribution to ACAPMA and the broader industry. We will continue to benefit from his experience, not just during the transition period, but for many years to come.
We wish Mark the very best.
Wade Death
President, ACAPMA Board
