DIVERSIFIED national stock, merchandise and property agency service provider Nutrien has a new managing director, as current MD Kelly Freeman steps into a new global role within the company.
After two years as managing director of Nutrien Ag Solutions Australia, Mr Freeman has been appointed as executive advisor to Nutrien’s operations in Latin America.
Effective immediately, Adrian Capogreco has been appointed as the new managing director for Australia.
Mr Capogreco (pictured right) has most recently served as senior director of finance for the Australian business. With a career spanning finance and leadership roles at Nufarm, KPMG and JP Morgan Chase, he brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his new role.
He joined Nutrien in 2021 and holds a Bachelor of Business (Accountancy), Commerce from RMIT University and an Executive MBA from Melbourne Business School. He is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants, and the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
Commenting on his appointment, Mr Capogreco said Nutrien was deeply committed to the success of its suppliers, growers and partners, and he looked forward to building on the strong foundations established under Mr Freeman’s leadership.
Reflecting on his time with Nutrien Ag Solutions in Australia, Mr Freeman said he had immensely enjoyed working closely with the company’s valued customers, suppliers, teams and partners in Australia.
“It has been an outstanding professional and personal experience, and I am confident that the Australian business will continue to thrive under Adrian Capogreco’s leadership and our exceptional team across the country.”
Joining Nutrien Ag Solutions in 2022 from Nutrien’s Canadian retail operations, Mr Freeman led the Australian business to significant growth through his collaborative leadership style, strategic vision and commitment to driving results, the company said in a statement.
Source: Nutrien
Congratulations Adrian.