Fletcher Building's largest shareholder supported but didn't recommend new director

Fletcher Building's largest shareholder supported but didn't recommend new director
Capral boss Tony Dragicevich has the right skills for Fletcher Building, its largest shareholder says. (Image: Linkedin)
Rebecca Stevenson
Fletcher Building’s largest shareholder would support new director Tony Dragicevich to become its chair. Dragicevich, current managing director of listed Australian aluminium manufacturer and distributor Capral, officially joined Fletcher Building’s board on Aug 1. The building conglomerate has been rebuilding the board after a period of turmoil when it lost its chair, chief executive and three board members due to poor performance. It is also on the hunt for a new chief financial officer to replace Bevan McKenzie who...

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