Elders Limited is pleased to announce the appointments of Peter Lourey as Divisional CEO Elders Rural Services (ERS) and Corey Brown as Divisional CEO Australian Independent Rural Retailers (AIRR), effective 22 December 2025.
Peter Lourey brings more than a decade of experience with AIRR, having held key leadership roles including General Manager Group Sales, Chief Operating Officer, and most recently Divisional CEO. Prior to joining AIRR, Peter spent 19 years as Business Unit Manager of the ruminant division at MSD Animal Health.
Of the appointment, Elders Limited CEO Mark Allison said:
“Peter’s deep knowledge of the agricultural supply chain and his proven ability to drive strategic growth while fostering a strong company culture will be instrumental in leading ERS."
“His commitment to innovation and operational excellence will ensure Elders continues to be a trusted partner to producers across Australia.”
Corey Brown, who has been with AIRR for over 14 years, steps into the role of Divisional CEO AIRR.
Corey most recently held the position of General Manager Sales and Operations. With a background in banking and finance, Corey will be focused on maintaining AIRR’s strong performance, and optimising product and service offerings for the AIRR member network.
Elders Managing Director and CEO, Mark Allison, said the appointments strengthen the company’s leadership team and position Elders to deliver on its strategic priorities.
“These appointments reinforce our commitment to strong leadership and continued growth across all six Elders divisions. Peter and Corey’s expertise and dedication will ensure we remain focused on delivering value for our clients, shareholders and the broader agricultural community,” Mr Allison said.