News via a company press release
DES MOINES, Iowa — Landus announces that Matt Carstens is stepping down as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective today. The Board of Directors extends its gratitude to Carstens for his leadership and commitment to innovation during his five-year tenure.
Landus Board Chairman Matt Chambers will take on the role of acting CEO, effective today, with an interim CEO to be named within the next week.
“Matt has been a dedicated and forward-thinking leader, and we sincerely appreciate the many contributions he made during his tenure with Landus,” Chambers says. “The search for both an interim and permanent successor will prioritize identifying an individual with a deep understanding of the cooperative’s mission and the needs of its farmer-owners.”
During this transition, Landus remains steadfast in its commitment to its farmer-owners, employees, business partners and the future of agriculture. To learn more about the ways that Landus serves these communities and the innovations we’re pursuing, visit landus.ag.
