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Exacto, a full-service innovation partner in the agricultural, turf and ornamental horticulture markets, announced the appointment of David Hollinrake as CEO, effective immediately. Hollinrake replaces Wally Beecroft, who served the company as CEO for five years.
Hollinrake as more than three decades of experience in the agricultural industry, including leadership roles at Syngenta, Bayer, Monsanto and Adayana. He most recently served as global head of strategy and portfolio management for Syngenta Seeds, where he led a team in developing the company's long-term business strategy and new business development initiatives. Prior to this, he was president of Syngenta Seeds, North America, where he designed and executed a turnaround strategy for the business.
Hollinrake's experience spans numerous disciplines, including strategic planning, financial management, organizational development, product strategy and sales and marketing. Raised on a corn and soybean farm in Illinois, he developed a lifelong passion for agriculture. His leadership philosophy emphasizes building high-performing teams and fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration to achieve key growth goals.
"Exacto has a rich history of innovation and an unwavering commitment to empowering growers," Hollinrake said. "I'm honored to lead this exceptional team as we build on that legacy and continue to drive meaningful advancements in agricultural efficiency and sustainability."
Founded in 1981, Exacto delivers comprehensive solutions that enhance crop protection, plant health, nutrition, seed treatments and soil enhancement. Under Hollinrake's leadership, the company will remain committed to improving application efficiency, maximizing input effectiveness and driving positive environmental and economic outcomes.
"We're thrilled to welcome David as CEO," said Kip Pendleton, executive chair of the Exacto board of directors. "With a proven track record and deep understanding of the agriculture sector, we believe he is an ideal leader to steer the company into its next chapter, where his experience and vision can help accelerate Exacto's mission to enhance grower's success. We also want to thank Wally Beecroft for his leadership and contributions, which have positioned the organization for continued growth."