Resignation of Metro Performance Glass CEO
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6 May 2024
Company Announcement
Resignation of Metro Performance Glass CEO
Metro announces that Simon Mander has resigned his position as Group CEO and will
be leaving the company on 10 May 2024. Current Director Simon Bennett has been
appointed Executive Director, with the leadership team now reporting to him.
Shawn Beck the chair said “Simon Mander has led the company through an
unprecedented time during the COVID pandemic, substantial structural changes in the
NZ glass industry and now a significant contraction in the construction sector. We
appreciate his contribution and wish him well for the future.”
Mr Mander said “I have really enjoyed my time over the last 5 years leading a passionate
and dedicated team in New Zealand and Australia. I wish them every success in the
future.” Simon Bennett stated: “The new board and I look forward to working with the
team, as we build our now, lower-cost business, with a revitalised strategy to provide
an acceptable financial performance in the medium term.”
The Board has determined that Mr Bennett will be a non-independent director whilst he
is the Executive Director role. The chair of the Board will oversee the performance of the
Executive Director.
ENDS
For further information please contact:
Shawn Beck Chairman: 021 036 8387
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