The Board of the Community Grocer today announced the departure of its founder and CEO Russell Shields. After founding the Community Grocer in 2014, Russell has decided to resign from his position as CEO and Director to focus on new opportunities.
The Community Grocer is a not-for-profit social enterprise that runs fresh produce markets and programs to increase social, economic and physical access to fresh food. Our markets offer choice and nutrition in a dignified setting, creating inclusive and vibrant gathering spaces. With the rising costs of living, many households are struggling to put fresh food on the table and 41% of Victorians now experience food insecurity.
The Board and staff of the Community Grocer wish to thank Russell for his amazing work in founding and growing such an important and impactful organisation and wish him all the best in his future endeavours. Without the work of Russell, the Community Grocer would not be where it is today.
Russell said “I have loved my time working at the Community Grocer. I leave the organisation in the capable hands of a passionate and hardworking team, and a dedicated and committed Board. I have no doubt this next chapter of the Community Grocer will see it grow its impact and continue to deliver positive outcomes for local communities”.
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