Market value : US $ 3.07 billion

As CEO since August 2018 , Miles Hurrell has led the turnaround of the Co-operative , which is hugely important to the country ’ s export earnings , bringing in about US $ 18 billion a year . The Co-op is owned by its 10,000 farmer suppliers and supports 20,000 employees . As well as selling its iconic Tip Top ice-cream company for US $ 380 million , Miles has led the Co-op through strategic reviews into a new growth phase focused on New Zealand ’ s pasture-based milk , dairy innovation and science and sustainability .

A 20-year veteran of Fonterra , Miles has held increasingly senior leadership roles , including two and a half years as COO , where he led farmer services and engagement and operation of New Zealand ’ s 790 Farm Source retail stores .

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