After a career spanning more than 19 years, nearly eight of which were as CEO, Steven Martina will bid farewell to The Greenery on August 31. In his pursuit of organizational impact and personal growth, he has accepted the role of Zespri International's Europe-North America Director. He began this new position on September 1.
Niels Zuurbier (Coöperatie The Greenery U.A.'s Supervisory Board Chairman): "In his time at The Greenery, Steven progressed through various commercial management functions to become Cooperatie The Greenery U.A.'s CEO and Director. He achieved many milestones and made an important contribution to our organization's development over the past two decades. We're very grateful to Steven for his commitment to our organization, growers, and customers. We grant him this move and wish him much success in his career ahead."
The Focus 2025 strategy, focused on chain cooperation and value maximization, will continue unabated.
"After much thought and with deep respect for our growers and colleagues, I've decided to continue my career outside of The Greenery," says Steven. "I'm incredibly grateful for the many opportunities I've had to further develop the company, its employees, and myself."
"I'm proud of where The Greenery is today. It's good that the organization is moving forward under new leadership. I have every confidence that the management team, growers, and staff will continue along this chosen path so that, together, we can reach our goals," Steven concludes.
