The National Farmers’ Federation has appointed the former Agforce chief, Michael Guerin, as its new Chief Executive Officer.
NFF President Hamish McIntyre welcomed the appointment, which takes effect from 23 March, pointing to Mr Guerin’s proven leadership capabilities and passionate ag advocacy work.
“Mike brings extensive experience to the NFF CEO role, through his current role as Acting CEO of NSW Farmers, and as the eight years he spent as AgForce CEO,” Mr McIntyre said.
“His experience means he will well and truly hit the ground running in March.
“We heartily welcome Mike’s appointment and are looking forward to a new chapter of leadership at NFF House.”
Mr Guerin said he was honoured to take on the role.
“The NFF is agriculture’s peak national body and I am truly humbled to be selected as its Chief Executive,” Mr Guerin said.
“I’m looking forward to taking a national lens to the agricultural issues I’ve rallied for on behalf of Queensland and New South Wales.
“I’m especially looking forward to making in-roads in the member advocacy space, an issue I am very familiar with.
“There is plenty of work to be done and I’m excited to dig in,” Mr Guerin said.
Mr Guerin will take over from NFF’s Interim Chief Executive, Su McCluskey. Mr McIntyre thanked Ms McCluskey for her contributions to the NFF.
“Su has led the NFF with a steady hand and sharp eye,” Mr McIntyre said.
“We wish her all the very best as she spends more time on her farm.”
President of NSW Farmers, Xavier Martin, wished Mr Guerin well.
“Governance and structural reform are key areas of strength for Mike,” Mr Martin said.
“He is unafraid of tough conversations and has a genuine care for our organisations, staff and Members.
“He is a deeply experienced leader with a rare combination of corporate, governance, and peak body expertise.
“He is a steady, principled leader with a clear sense of purpose and a strong understanding of the complex dynamics within federated membership organisations,” Mr Martin said.
