Andy Knopp
OneFortyOne has filled its vacant CEO position appointing Andy Giles Knopp to the role. Mr Knopp has been a member of OneFortyOne’s executive team since 2016 and will step into the CEO role previously held by Linda Sewell, who resigned in August after nearly eight years. Source: Timberbiz
“Andy is a proven leader. His ability to balance commercial and people focussed strategy will further strengthen the business,” OneFortyOne Chairman John Gilleland said.
Mr Knopp has been acting CEO and CFO of OneFortyOne. Before joining OneFortyOne he held a number of senior roles in the telecommunications sector.
“This appointment marks an exciting new chapter for OneFortyOne and the Board is looking forward to working with Andy to ensure OneFortyOne continues to deliver its promise of growing exceptional wood fibre, producing quality products, delivering responsible environmental management and making regional economic contributions,” Mr Gilleland said
“Andy was chosen in a competitive selection process. He is known for his collaborative leadership style, business insights and dedication to high safety standards.”
Mr Knopp said he was honoured by opportunity to lead OneFortyOne.
“2020 has been an unusual year to say the least but through the change and uncertainty we have realised that OneFortyOne’s capacity to come together and find opportunity in adversity is remarkable,” he said.
“It will be my focus to not only strengthen our core business and deliver strong results but to support our people, take responsibility to ensure we go home safe and well every day and continue to deliver high quality wood fibre products to our customers.”
