FORT MYERS, Fla., March 26, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alico, Inc. (Nasdaq:ALCO) ("Alico" or "the company"), an agriculture and natural resources company, today announced that Kenneth Smith, its Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, has stepped down to pursue other personal and professional opportunities. Mr. Smith has agreed to provide consulting services to the company following his departure for a period of up to 36 months.
Alico's business operations previously managed by Mr. Smith will now be managed by Clay Wilson, Chief Executive Officer of Alico. The company does not expect to appoint an interim or ongoing Chief Operating Officer.
Mr. Wilson said, "On behalf of the Board and the entire Alico team, I want to thank Ken for his contributions to the growth of Alico, particularly in the identification and execution of opportunities for the company's cattle business. We are grateful for his willingness to serve in a consulting capacity following his resignation, and wish him great success in his future endeavors."
About Alico, Inc.
Alico is a holding company with assets and related operations in agriculture and natural resources. In addition to its citrus operations, Alico is currently involved in cattle ranching, water management, mining and other natural resources, including approximately 121,000 acres of land in twelve Florida counties (Alachua, Charlotte, Collier, Desoto, Glades, Hardee, Hendry, Highlands, Lee, Martin, Osceola and Polk) and 90,000 acres of mineral rights. Our mission is to create value for our customers, clients and shareholders by managing existing lands to their optimal current income and total returns, opportunistically acquiring new agricultural assets and producing high quality agricultural products while exercising responsible environmental stewardship.
Forward-Looking Statements
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