John Walgate has been appointed as the new CEO at British Growers and will take up his appointment at the beginning of September 2024.
John will take over the role of CEO from Jack Ward who will remain as a main Board director and continue his industry representation role on a part time basis working with John over the coming months.
Commenting on the appointment Jason Burgess Chairman of British Growers said “we had an impressive list of people come forward for the role, but the combination of John’s finance background coupled with his experience of running businesses at a CEO level made him the standout candidate to take the organisation forward. And we are delighted he will be taking up the post at the start of September”.
John’s professional career started with the accountancy firm Grant Thornton. John has over 25 years senior level experience in the pet food sector, leading several successful businesses.
In addition to his finance and CEO experience, John has also chaired the representative organisation for the Pet Food industry and so brings valuable expertise in industry representation.
John said “I am delighted to be joining British Growers and continuing the excellent work of Jack and the team. It’s a great time to be joining the horticultural industry and I look forward to helping support the future growth of British producers”.
When not working John is keen on sport and vegetable and fruit production at his allotment on the outskirts of Lincoln.
