Former Fonterra CEO Theo Spierings dies

Former Fonterra CEO Theo Spierings dies
Theo Spierings. (Image: NZME)
Riley Kennedy
Former Fonterra chief executive Theo Spierings has died after a brief illness.A statement on Monday evening NZ time from The Purpose Factory –  the consultancy he established after his time in NZ –  confirmed his death in the Netherlands over the weekend.His legacy, and the impact he had on those he worked with and who knew him, would be remembered fondly, it said. "At this difficult time, Theo’s family has requested privacy. They appreciate the outpouring of love and support from around the world during th...

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