CubicFarm Systems Corp. Announces Resignation of CFO and Appointment of Interim CFO

May 05, 2023

VANCOUVER, BC, CubicFarm® Systems Corp. ("CubicFarms" or the "Company") (TSX: CUB), a leading local chain agricultural technology company, today announces the resignation of Carlos Yam, Chief Financial Officer effective immediately.

Chair of the Board, Dan Burns stated, "We are grateful for Carlos' service to the company, particularly for his leadership in implementing cost reduction measures since he joined CubicFarms in June 2022. On behalf of staff and the Board, we appreciate his leadership, dedication, and hard work and wish him all the best in his future endeavors."

"It has been an honour and a privilege to serve as CFO at CubicFarms. I am grateful for the hard work and dedication of the talented team who have helped position the company for future success. I wish them all the best as they continue to drive HydroGreen and CubicFarms forward," said Mr. Yam.

Michael Brendan Kyne, CFA, joins the Company as Interim CFO to ensure a smooth transition of responsibilities during the interim period. With over 20 years of experience in investment management and business leadership, Kyne brings a wealth of expertise to the role. As a former founder and Chief Investment Officer of Leeward Hedge Funds, and Vice President and Portfolio Manager at Driehaus Capital Management, Kyne has raised over a billion dollars in assets for the funds and firms under his management.

Source : Newswire.ca

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