Chief Financial Officer Transition
NZX & Media Release
19 February 2026
Chief Financial Officer Transition
Scales Corporation Limited (NZX:SCL) announced today that CFO, Steve Kennelly, will retire from his
role in May 2026 and will take up a new role as Scales‘ Company Secretary.
Scales also announce that Ben Washington has been appointed as Scales new CFO. Ben will start
with Scales on 1 June 2026.
Managing Director Andy Borland commented “Steve has served as CFO since 2011, contributing
significantly to the company’s financial leadership and strategic development. The Board and
executive team thank him for his commitment and are pleased that he will continue to support the
company in a governance capacity.”
“I am also very pleased to announce the appointment of Ben Washington as Scales’ new CFO. Ben
joins from KMD Brands, where he held a number of senior leadership positions including most
recently as CFO of Kathmandu. Prior to KMD Brands, Ben had an extensive career with PwC.”
“Ben is a strong finance leader with significant commercial experience and extensive listed-company
experience in a global and diversified business. We’re looking forward to Ben joining the Scales’
team.”
Contact
Andy Borland, Managing Director, Scales Corporation Limited, Mob: 021 975 999,
email: andy.borland@scalescorporation.co.nz
About Scales Corporation
Scales Corporation is a diversified investor operating predominantly in the agribusiness sector. It
comprises three operating divisions: Global Proteins, Horticulture, and Logistics. The Company’s
diverse spread of activities gives Scales Corporation global operational exposure. Scales Corporation
was founded in 1897 as a shipping business by George Scales. Today it has operations across New
Zealand, Australia, United States and Europe. Find out more at www.scalescorporation.co.nz.
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