The Chief Executive of Lakeland Dairies has announced he is set to retire in December.
Roscommon-native Michael Hanley has spent 36 years with the co-operative, including the past 16 years as CEO.
In that time, Lakeland Dairies has become the second largest dairy processing co-operative on the island of Ireland, with annual revenues of €1.3bn.
Michael Hanley said it's been an honour and a privilege to lead this wonderful co-operative business and that he looks forward to driving further progress throughout the current year.
Mr Hanley is also Chair of the County Cavan Enterprise Fund and says it's the right time for this decision and that the business is in excellent shape to pursue further growth and development.
The Chair of Lakeland Dairies, Niall Matthews, said Mr Hanley's leadership and contribution to Lakeland Dairies is exceptional and thanked him for "every aspect of his work to date".
