Michael Hill International CEO Daniel Bracken dies

Bracken joined Michael Hill International in 2018. (Image: Supplied)

Wed, 26 Feb 2025

Michael Hill International’s chief executive and managing director, Daniel Bracken, has passed away unexpectedly. On Wednesday, the company said Bracken’s death occurred overnight and was caused by an adverse reaction to medical treatment for an underlying medical condition.“The board, executive and all of the Michael Hill team express their deepest and sincerest condolences to his family and friends,” the announcement read. “We thank Daniel for his outstanding leadership and dedication to the Michael Hil...

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