Via a LinkedIn post, Jeff Blair provides a candid and personal reflection on the conclusion of his tenure as President and CEO of GreenPoint Ag. The piece marks a significant leadership transition for one of the largest agricultural retail entities in the United States.
From the post titled, “So it ends.,” Blair wrote, “My professional passion in life is building and leading great teams. There simply is nothing better than helping the people around you grow and thrive, of being part of a team working together towards a common goal. Thank you for the opportunity and the trust you showed me in letting me build the kind of company I had dreamed of working for. GreenPoint is still wet clay but all great companies stay mouldable. It was the job of a lifetime and I will always be grateful.”
His departure signals a period of transition for GreenPoint Ag. Founded in September 2020, GreenPoint Ag formed a new $1 billion agronomy business venture combining Agri-AFC, GreenPoint AG, and Tennessee Farmers Cooperative. Its nearly 100 ag retail and wholesale locations span 11 states from Georgia to Texas.
The board has begun as “expedited” search process for the company’s CEO.
For the interim, GreenPoint Ag communicated internally that the board has named Joey Caldwell to serve as interim CEO in addition to his current role serving as CEO for Tennessee Farmers Cooperative. Caldwell will not be a candidate for the permanent role at GreenPoint Ag.
From the company’s statement: “GreenPoint remains focused on executing its business plans, supporting its customers and members, and positioning the organization for continued, long-term success.”
