Fonterra ceo biography

Mr Hurrell had been the Co-operative’s interim CEO since August last year.

Fonterra Chairman, John Monaghan says the Co-operative’s Board has been impressed by Mr Hurrell’s leadership and commercial skills as it continued to breathe fresh air into the Co-operative.

“Miles has been performing well under difficult circumstances.

Our performance is not something that will be fixed overnight. It will require the courage to make difficult decisions, be up-front with farmer-owners, unit holders and other stakeholders, and instil a culture of accountability and performance right across the organisation.

“Miles has demonstrated the wisdom, skills, experience and frankly, the backbone needed to lead.

His permanent appointment will bring much needed stability to the Co-op and our people during a critical period of change.

“His work alongside the Board as we progress our portfolio review to re-evaluate our investments, m