Latest Succession Planning News

Arena REIT announces a planned CEO transition with Rob de Vos stepping down after 13 years, handing the reins to current CIO Justin Bailey following the November AGM.

Peel Mining Limited has announced the immediate resignation of its Managing Director and CEO, James (Jim) Simpson, marking a significant leadership change for the company.

JB Hi-Fi Limited reported a robust FY2025 with revenue up 10% to $10.55 billion and net profit after tax rising 5.4% to $462.4 million. The company declared a fully franked final dividend and a special dividend, while announcing a CEO succession plan.

JB Hi-Fi announces a seamless leadership transition with Nick Wells set to succeed Terry Smart as Group CEO in October 2025, underscoring strong succession planning and continuity.

Environmental Clean Technologies has announced that CEO John Tranfield will resign effective 29 October 2025, with a transition period planned to support ongoing strategic initiatives.

Cuscal Limited announces the retirement of long-serving CFO Sean O’Donoghue in late 2025 and the appointment of Jennifer Brice as his successor, signaling a seamless leadership transition as the company remains on track to meet its FY25 forecasts.

PWR Holdings announces founder and Managing Director Kees Weel’s phased return from medical leave and planned transition to Non-Executive Chairman after the October AGM, as the company embarks on a global CEO search.

MyEco Group’s CEO Richard Tegoni will remain at the helm for up to another year while the company initiates a broad search for his successor, signaling a pivotal leadership transition in the sustainable packaging leader.

CAR Group announces a leadership transition with CFO William Elliott set to succeed long-serving CEO Cameron McIntyre, alongside an upbeat FY25 financial outlook signaling robust revenue and profit growth.

Rio Tinto has appointed Simon Trott as its new Chief Executive, effective August 25, 2025, marking a leadership transition focused on operational excellence and shareholder value.

Otto Energy has announced the resignation of its Acting CEO, Phil Trajanovich, after a year in the role. The board is now actively seeking a permanent replacement to lead the company forward.

Yowie Group has appointed Jesse Hamilton as its new Company Secretary, following the resignation of John Patton. The company also confirmed the automatic termination of executive roles held by former directors Nicholas Bolton and John Patton.