Lloyd Cartwright Appointed as CEO of Global Dairy Trade
Global Dairy Trade (GDT) has announced the appointment of Lloyd Cartwright as its new Chief Executive Officer, marking the beginning of a new leadership chapter for the international dairy trading platform.
With a career spanning over two decades in financial markets and corporate leadership, Cartwright brings significant expertise in global trade, risk management, and market development. His experience includes senior roles at institutions such as Westpac, National Australia Bank, and China Construction Bank (New Zealand), alongside leadership positions in fintech and governance roles in both public and private sectors.
Before joining GDT, Cartwright served as CEO and Executive Director at Momentum Life and held advisory and board positions across the financial services and insurance sectors. His professional background reflects a strong focus on innovation, compliance, and long-term strategic growth.
GDT in a LinkedIn post stated that Cartwright’s leadership aligns with its mission to foster transparency and efficiency in the global dairy trade. His appointment comes at a time when the dairy market is witnessing increased volatility, driven by shifting international demand and evolving supply chain dynamics.
Lloyd Cartwright takes over at a critical juncture, with the Indian dairy industry and other emerging markets closely watching global price trends and digital trading developments that influence domestic milk procurement and exports.
Global Dairy Trade, known for its benchmark GDT Events auctions, plays a vital role in international dairy pricing, influencing markets across Asia, including India. The organisation’s leadership transition is expected to strengthen further its position as a trusted platform for dairy commodities.
Cartwright is based in Auckland, New Zealand, and brings a global perspective grounded in both strategic leadership and operational execution. He is expected to lead GDT through its next phase of digital evolution and global engagement.
