AgriZero chief executive steps down as the capital raise closes
A closed capital raise gives AgriZero’s chief executive a natural point to step down.
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AgriZero chief executive Wayne McNee steps down after the capital raise closes.
AgriZero chairman Rob Hewitt says Wayne leaves for other things he wants to do.
“It’s a natural flex point because we’ve closed the capital raise for this time and he’s moving on,” he says.
Wayne remains a director of a couple of investing companies.
Ruth Leary, who leads strategy and adoption, steps in as interim chief executive when Wayne leaves at the end of the year.
Because of the Crown relationship, recruitment of a permanent chief executive follows a structured, formal process, and Rob expects it early next year.
“Wayne is leaving on great terms, he’s still involved with the company.”
“The Farmlands AgriZero thing has completely got nothing to do with Wayne at all.”
To learn more, visit agrizero.nz
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