The Board of Directors of the Australian Forest Products Association (AFPA) today announced that Diana Hallam has informed the Board of her decision to resign as Chief Executive Officer to pursue new opportunities.
The Board of Directors has initiated a comprehensive search to identify a new CEO.
During the interim period, the Board has appointed Richard Hyett, currently AFPA's Deputy CEO, to serve as acting CEO effective from today.
AFPA Deputy Chair Matt Crapp said: "On behalf of the Board, I would like to thank Di for her dedicated service and leadership over the past two years.
"During her time as CEO, the organisation has been a proactive and successful contributor to informing Government policy outcomes that recognise the essential role forest products play in the decarbonisation of the Australian economy.
"We wish Di the best in her future endeavours."
Ms Hallam said: "It has been an honour to lead AFPA. I am proud of what we have achieved and confident that AFPA is well-positioned for continued success."
