Winnipeg, Manitoba – Hartley T. Richardson, Chair of the Richardson International Limited Board of Directors, is pleased to announce the appointment of Darwin Sobkow to President and Chief Executive Officer of the company. On behalf of the Board, Mr. Richardson congratulates Darwin Sobkow on his new role and extends gratitude to Curt Vossen, who will retire on January 10, 2025, after nearly three decades of transformative leadership.
Darwin Sobkow brings more than 30 years of experience in the grain, agri-services, and food processing industries to his new role. As a key member of Richardson International’s executive team, and most recently in the position of President and Chief Operations Officer, he was pivotal to strategic growth and innovation. His leadership has been instrumental in major acquisitions and integrations across all areas of Richardson International’s business – from grain handling and crop inputs retailing in Canada and the U.S. to oilseed crushing, oat and durum milling, malting, and food ingredients packaging in North America, the U.K., and Europe. Mr. Sobkow’s operational expertise and deep industry knowledge will guide Richardson International into its next phase of growth, with a continued emphasis on innovation, operational excellence, and global expansion.
Curt Vossen retires after serving as President and Chief Executive Officer since 1995, leaving an indelible mark on Richardson International. During his tenure, Mr. Vossen led the company through significant growth and diversification, expanding its operations in North America, the U.K., and Europe. Under his leadership and bold vision, Richardson International evolved into a world-class organization with expertise across its vertically integrated agribusiness and food processing operations.
About Richardson International
Headquartered in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Richardson International, a wholly-owned subsidiary of James Richardson & Sons, Limited, is a global leader in agriculture and food processing. As a key handler of Canadian-grown grains and oilseeds, Richardson operates as a vertically integrated processor and manufacturer of oats and canola-based products. Over the past two decades, the company has secured its role as a major player in the global food business, providing innovative products and ingredients for retail, food service, and industrial markets. Its success is fueled by the dedication and ingenuity of over 3,500 employees worldwide.
About James Richardson & Sons, Limited
Established in 1857, James Richardson & Sons, Limited (JRSL) is a private, family-owned and operated corporation involved in global agriculture and food processing, as well as energy exploration and marketing, financial services, insurance, real estate, and freight transportation and logistics. Headquartered in Winnipeg, Manitoba, JRSL has assets and operations strategically located across North America, the U.K., and Europe.
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