Bernard Berson
Foodservice executive
By South African Index Editorial Desk · Published · Last reviewed
Bernard Berson is Bidcorp’s chief executive, as checked on 12 October 2026. His career began within Bidvest’s South African operations. [3]
Biography
After qualifying as a chartered accountant, Berson joined Bidvest in South Africa in 1990. He initially worked in the packaging and strapping division. [1]
He moved to Canada in 1993 and rejoined Bidvest in Australia in 1996. His work helped develop foodservice operations in Australia, New Zealand and Asia. [2]
In 2010, he assumed responsibility for Bidvest’s global foodservice business. That role included the United Kingdom and European operations. [1]
Bidcorp’s 2016 report records his appointment as chief executive on 14 April 2016. He led the group when it listed separately in May. [1]
Bidcorp’s current board biography identifies him as Australian and based in Sydney. It describes his work with local management and international expansion. [3]
Key contributions
Helped develop the group’s foodservice operations across Australia, New Zealand and Asia. [2]
Led global foodservice before the separate listing and continued as Bidcorp’s chief executive. [1]
Life and career timeline
Frequently asked questions
Is Bernard Berson the CEO of Bidcorp?
Yes. Bidcorp’s official board biographies list him as chief executive, as checked on 12 October 2026. [3]
What is his South African business connection?
He joined Bidvest in South Africa in 1990 and later led the foodservice business that became separately listed Bidcorp. [1]
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Sources
- Bidcorp, Annual Integrated Report 2016: Directors’ curricula vitae. Original source. Accessed 2026-10-12. ↩
- Bidcorp, Governance Report 2025: Bernard Berson biography, page 28. Original source. Accessed 2026-10-12. ↩
- Bidcorp, Leadership team: board biographies. Original source. Accessed 2026-10-12. ↩