Fischer Farms has announced the appointment of Chris Kirke as CEO. Chris, who has over 26 years of experience in the FMCG market in the US and UK, joins from Moy Park where he was CEO for over six years. He also spent over a decade with Greencore US, holding both Managing Director and CEO roles.
Chris will manage the day-to-day operations and focus on the strategic direction of the business. He will also play a role in nurturing relationships with existing and new customers. Chris Kirke
Tristan Fischer, founder of Fischer Farms, will move into the Group CEO role. He will focus on future activities, including innovation and R&D, as well as overseeing brand and culture development.
Tristan will work closely with Chris and John Stapleton, (Chairman), to grow the existing Fischer Farms business, as well as expand opportunities with Fischer Farms Foods and Fischer Farms Technology. Tristan Fischer
Chris said: "It is an exciting time to join Fischer Farms, as the business continues to scale, expand its production from leafy greens to a future producing soft fruit, rice, wheat, soy, and peas, and attract widespread commercial interest from major retailers and food service providers."
Tristan said: "I am delighted to welcome Chris to Fischer Farms. Chris' knowledge and experience of the food sector, particularly in the US, will be invaluable as we continue to scale up and attract more commercial partners in the coming months."
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