The Agribusiness Development Corporation has ousted its longtime executive director and hired a new one in a surprise move that some called a power play staged by newer board members. In a closed-door session on Wednesday, the board voted six-to-five
The Agribusiness Development Corporation has ousted its longtime executive director and hired a new one in a surprise move that some called a power play staged by newer board members.
In a closed-door session on Wednesday, the board voted six-to-five to replace Alfredo Lee, who led the corporation for 12 years and had received positive reviews. Jimmy Nakatani, the deputy director of the Department of Agriculture, was chosen as his successor.
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