2017 Annual Report — Elders
Malcolm Hunt Zone General Manager — South This year we’ve focused on strategic recruitment which has had excellent results for the zone. High livestock prices, combined with retail improvements and footprint expansion have enabled the South to increase productivity and profitability. We’ve continued to strengthen relationships with clients and delivered tools to create better efficiencies throughout their businesses.
Greg Dunne Zone General Manager — North Our focus this year has been on our clients, our people and the communities surrounding our operations. We have also continued our partnership with the North Queensland Cowboys to continue raise awareness for mental health. The Northern areas benefitted from improved summer cropping and high cattle prices which have remained strong throughout the year.
James Cornish Zone General Manager — West Elders’ market position has continued to strengthen within the Western Zone throughout FY17. Our presence grew significantly with a number of Eight Point Plan initiatives, in particular the acquisition of the Southern Districts Estate Agency business based in the South West. The high-performing culture within our business has enabled us to continue to attract and develop the right people for the right roles. Both client and supplier relationships have further strengthened throughout the Zone this year which has seen us achieve upside across nearly every product and category.
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