The group operating performance is led by the Executive Directors, Chief Executive - Alk Brand, and Chief Financial Officer - Rob Thomas. On operational matters, the Executive Directors are also supported by members of the Group Executive Team.
Alk Brand
Chief Executive Officer
Experienced Global CEO, Board Director, Transformation & Integration Leader, Growth and Operational Excellence Achiever, and M&A Expert. A strong advocate for proper corporate governance, resuling in the attainment of the IoD Chartered Director qualification in 2022 and recognition as England's Chartered Director of the Year in 2023. People-focused with a belief that talent is a key differentiator.
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Rob Thomas
Chief Financial Officer
Rob joined the Board in October 2023 as Group Finance Director Designate and became Group Finance Director on 2 January 2024. He has significant financial and commercial experience in senior roles, including in the agricultural and the supply chain sectors. A Chartered Accountant, Rob has significant experience of M&A and strategic planning. His earlier career was in accountancy with PwC, both in the UK and overseas. Qualified as a chartered accountant with PwC in 2004.
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David Chadwick
Managing Director, Glasson Grain
Dave joined the Group in August 2006 when Wynnstay acquired Glasson Grain. Dave has significant commercial experience in international trading of animal feeds and fertiliser.
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Sales & Marketing |
Stuart Dolphin
Arable Director
Joined the Group in May 2011 when Wynnstay acquired Wrekin Grain which subsequently became GrainLink. Stuart has significant commercial experience in commodity trading and arable farming, including seed, fertiliser and agronomy.
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Paul Jackson
Commercial Sales and Marketing Director
Paul joined Wynnstay in July 2021 having worked for AB Agri for 17 years most recently as Head of Sales. He has over 35 years experience of working in the supply industry.
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Neil Richardson
Group Feed & Logistics Operations Director
Neil joined the Group in March 2023 when Wynnstay acquired Humphrey Feeds & Pullets Ltd. Neil brings to the team a wealth of experience within the feed sector, along with a passion for delivering continuous improvement, and excellent customer service.
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David Andrew Thomas Evans
Group Sustainability, Innovation and Food Supply Chain Director
Andrew joined Wynnstay in 1996 as Marketing Manager and became Retail Manager in 2003. He also owns a dairy farm in Mid Wales.
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Paul Godwin
Group Head of Strategic Delivery
Paul joined Wynnstay in 2003 to establish a professional purchasing and stock management team for our Specialist Merchanting Division. He has held roles within the business with responsibility for operations, health and safety, property/ estate management and merchandising.
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Samantha Jayne Roberts
Group Personnel Manager
Samantha joined the Group in July 2000 and held a variety of roles before assuming Group Personnel Manager in July 2005.
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Health & Safety |
Claire Williams
Company Secretary
Claire was appointed to the Board in January 2020. Qualified as a Chartered Accountant with PwC in 2001, as over twenty years' experience in senior financial and administrative roles.
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