AUSTRALIAN livestock exporters have celebrated two of their highest achievers at the industry’s annual Gala Dinner in Canberra held as part of the LIVEXforum 2016 conference.
Livestock Shipping Services supply chain manager Byron O’Keefe was named Landmark International/ALEC Young Achiever of the Year, while internationally regarded livestock consultant Jim Stewart was confirmed as the 2016 LiveCorp Hall of Fame recipient.
Australian Livestock Exporters’ Council chairman Simon Crean said the industry’s recognition of its stand-out achievers reflected the trade’s commitment to innovation, leadership and world-leading practices.
“Australia’s livestock export industry relies entirely on the professional men and women employed in our supply chains. Our future success will be driven by emerging leaders like Byron O’Keefe,” Mr Crean said.
“I congratulate Byron on his outstanding contribution to our industry and wish him further success in the future.”
As part of the Young Achiever award, Mr O’Keefe will participate in the eight-day, cross-sector Australian Rural Leadership Program’s 2017 TRAIL program in Canberra.
LiveCorp chairman David Galvin paid tribute to Mr Stewart.
“Congratulations to Jim Stewart – not just on receiving this award but for his extensive contribution to our industry over many decades,” Mr Galvin said.
“He is a very worthy recipient of the industry’s Hall of Fame award. His contribution to the industry over five decades and transfer of skills and knowledge has had a profound impact in countless overseas markets over many decades,” Mr Galvin said.
