The Big Interview: Peter Jackson, chief executive of Sysco Ireland

Sysco Ireland chief executive Peter Jackson plans a multimillion euro investment over the coming years, after already investing €20 million to upgrade and expand the food company’s fleet of vehicles, as well as its IT infrastructure and e-commerce platforms

Peter Jackson, chief executive at Sysco Corporation is proud of the help his company gave its customers in terms of pivoting to takeaway solutions during the pandemic. Picture: Fergal Phillips

In brief:

Name and role: Peter Jackson, chief executive of Sysco Ireland.

Lives: Raheny, Dublin.

Age: 49

Family: married to Mari with two teenage sons, Ian and Leo

My working day: start at 8am and finish at 6.30/7pm

My perfect weekend: in Bordeaux. Enjoying some great wines and delicious food with family and friends

Early bird or night owl: early bird

Twitter, LinkedIn or Instagram: LinkedIn

In depth:

When Pallas Foods announced earlier this month ...