Heaps, who has successfully implemented a new strategic framework for the company, will leave his post on 1st November.

He will l continue to provide strategic direction for the company as an enthusiastic member of Steam Whistle’s Board of Directors, the company said in a statement.

The Steam Whistle board of directors has also appointed current President, Andy Burgess, as CEO.

Burgess began his career at McKinsey & Company and, after earning his MBA, joined the Loblaw Companies. Together with a partner, he acquired Somerset Entertainment, grew it to $100 million in sales and took it public on the TSX.

Burgess Andy has been actively engaged with the company’s senior management as President since March. The board expects his leadership will preserve the “Good Beer Folks” culture and his business experience will help guide Steam Whistle to increased sales and profits.