AHDB has introduced that Janet Swadling OBE has agreed to develop into its interim chief government. She is going to take up the function on August 19, forward of the departure of present CEO, Graham Wilkinson, who departs on August 22 to hitch Sofina Meals.
AHDB stated appointment of an interim chief government is to permit for a obligatory break in employment for Mr Wilkinson as he strikes to a pork sector levy payer.
Ms Swadling brings greater than 35 years of senior management expertise throughout the general public, personal, and not-for-profit sectors to the levy physique. A former unbiased board member of AHDB, she has a powerful monitor document in governance, strategic management, and organisational transformation. Her earlier roles embody Interim Chief Govt of Scotland’s Rural School (SRUC) and inaugural CEO of The Institute for Agriculture and Horticulture (TIAH).
As Interim CEO, AHDB stated she is going to present continuity and focus for AHDB because it strikes ahead with the recruitment of a everlasting chief government. The recruitment course of is nicely underway, with a high-quality subject of candidates at present being thought of.
AHDB chair Emily Norton stated: “I’m delighted to welcome Janet Swadling as our Interim Chief Govt. Her deep understanding of AHDB and her wealth of management expertise make her ideally positioned to information the organisation by way of this era of transition.
“I need to thank Graham for his dedication and achievements throughout his time with us and need him all the easiest for the long run.”
Ms Swadling stated: “It’s a privilege to return to AHDB on this capability. I stay up for working with our colleagues, levy payers and stakeholders to take care of momentum on key priorities and guarantee a easy and secure transition because the seek for a everlasting CEO continues.”
