Les Schirato is one of Australia’s most inspiring entrepreneurs and is widely hailed as the nation’s ‘coffee king’.  His passion for business innovation and affinity for lifestyle Italian goods are displayed through his successful tenure as CEO of Cantarella Bros Group of Companies. With Les Schirato at the helm of the company, the business flourished and further established itself as a major player in the food & beverage industry.

Throughout his illustrious career, Les Schirato has garnered numerous business and philanthropic accolades including the Entrepreneurship of the Year award in 2001 and the Member of the Order Australia in 2008.



 

Les Schirato served as the President of the Australian Tea & Coffee Association, and is a valued member of the World Presidents Organisation (WPO), Australia Food and Grocery Council, Australian Institute of Directors and Australian Marketing Institute.