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Crop protection company Harrell’s has announced the appointment of Harrell’s President and Chief Operating Officer, Jack Harrell III, as its new Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board, in addition to his current title of President of the company. Jack succeeds his father and former Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board, Jack Harrell Jr., after his recent passing. The news comes from the company’s corporate office in Lakeland, FL, where Harrell III was elected unanimously by the Harrell’s board of directors.
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Jack Harrell III is a leader at Harrell’s with 15 years of experience, including serving in the positions of Chief Operations Officer and President of Harrell’s. He has dedicated his entire career to the company and is looking forward to leading the charge into the future of Harrell’s.
Regarding his new appointment, Jack says, “It is an honor to take on this new leadership role. To be the fourth generation Harrell to lead this company means a great deal to me. Following in the footsteps of my great-grandfather, grandfather, and father is a tall task and one I do not take lightly. It is impossible to replace my father, but I will work every day to honor the legacy and culture he created by doing all the things he taught me and instilled in me. I look forward to continuing to work with our Vice Chairman Dave Schermerhorn as my father did for the last 20 years. It is an incredible honor to get to lead this great team at Harrell’s.”
Regarding the appointment, Harrell’s Board Member John Attaway says, “The Board was very happy to elect Jack Harrell, III as Chairman and CEO of Harrell’s, Inc. at its meeting this week. We have the utmost confidence in Jack and his ability to continue to maintain the traditions and success of his Father before him.”
