AngusPRO member Ben Todhunter from Cleardale Angus in the Rakaia Gorge has been selected as an Optional Appointed Director of Angus Australia.
Ben takes extensive experience and skills to the position, particularly, New Zealand beef industry knowledge. AngusPRO are elated to see this appointment, since there are a significant number of Angus Australia members here in New Zealand (AngusPRO) and having representation at board level is encouraging on many levels.
The decision to appoint a New Zealand based Director was made at the May 2024 board meeting, with expressions of interest sought from New Zealand members during July. Following expressions of interest from several members, the board of Directors made a decision to appoint Ben Todhunter at the August 2024 board meeting.
Ben runs the Cleardale Angus herd alongside Cleardale Merino and Cleardale SX Fine Wool sheep studs.
A graduate from Lincoln University, Ben also holds an MBA from the Graduate School of Business, University College Dublin, has been a Nuffield Scholar and a Kellogg Rural Leadership Scholar. Currently, Ben is a Director and Deputy Chair of The NZ Merino Company Limited.
“The Board of Directors welcomes the talent and experience of Ben to the Angus Australia Board and look forward to Ben adding valuable insights,” said Sinclair Munro, President Angus Australia.
Angus Australia CEO, Scott Wright adds that, “Ben has been a key New Zealand based member, being a positive contributor to the Angus community and in our member interactions in New Zealand, we look forward to his involvement at a Board level.”
Ben will join the current Board of State and Nationally elected Directors, with his induction taking place in mid-September.