Australian e-commerce giant Catch Group has appointed an advisory board in preparation for aggressive growth in 2017.

The company, which owns and operates CatchoftheDay, Scoopon, GroceryRun, Mumgo, recently acquired childrenswear clothing retailer Pumpkin Patch.

Catch Group CEO Nati Harpaz outlined the company’s evolving growth strategy around exclusive brands only available to Catch customers. The company is looking to make strategic acquisitions to fast track its move into new categories as well as forge partnerships with new suppliers.

The advisory board will play a pivotal role in supporting this repositioning and guiding the company’s long-term strategy, especially regarding M&A deals.

The board comprises Quentin Miller, who will support with M&A negotiations strategy; John Joyce, who brings extensive retail experience and expertise to guide business strategy; and Andrew Baxter, who brings extensive experience in media, advertising and branding.

Commenting on the appointments, Harpaz said: “The new appointments continue to consolidate the leadership of our organisation and ready Catch Group for its next period of growth.