Farmer owned dairy company Land O’Lakes has announced that its board of directors has named Chris Policinski the company’s president and chief executive officer effective 1 October 2005.
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Policinski will replace Jack Gherty, who is retiring after 35 years with Land O’Lakes, the last 16 years as president and CEO.
Policinski, currently Land O’Lakes executive vice president and chief operating officer for Dairy Foods, has held various leadership positions with the company since joining the national food and agricultural cooperative in 1997.
“The Board of Directors is very pleased to have chosen Chris Policinski to lead Land O’Lakes,” said Pete Kappelman, Land O’Lakes chairman of the board. “Chris has demonstrated his ability to implement strategic plans, drive performance and develop people and leaders within the company. He also understands the unique role of cooperatives and is committed to positioning Land O’Lakes to enhance member-owner value.”
“I would like to thank the board for its trust and confidence and for this significant opportunity,” Policinski said. “I look forward to continuing to work with the board, members, our management team and employees as we shape the Land O’Lakes of the future.”
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