Well-known local, David Johnson has been elected the new chair of the Hastings Co-op board.
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He replaces long-standing leader, Julie Muller, who is now the deputy chair.
After Hastings Co-op’s 100th Annual General Meeting late last month, it was decided that Mr Johnson would steer the organisation into its next century.
He is a retired certified practising accountant (CPA) and graduate member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
He joined the Hastings Co-op board in 2013 and brings more than 30 years’ experience in the banking finance industry as well as 12 years’ company secretary experience.
Retailing is a challenging environment, and the Co-op can deliver a positive benefit for all.
- David Johnson
He is also a director with Bundaleer Care Services and Holiday Coast Credit Union.
Chief executive officer Allan Gordon said Mr Johnson offers a wealth of experience in business management and accounting as well as governance, policy development and risk management and will be a real asset.
Mr Johnson wants to build on recent growth and continue to provide quality products and services to the shareholders and communities they represent.
“Today, retailing is a challenging environment, and with the continued strong commitment from the board, the management team and our loyal staff across all the business division, the Co-op can deliver a positive benefit for all,” he said.
Mr Gordon thanked outgoing chair, Julie Muller for her trademark devotion to the Co-op over the past 23 years as a director, and in particular the past five years as chair.
The current Hastings Co-op board also includes Richard McGovern, Anthony Abi-Saab, Jane Dawson and Lisa Intemann.