LEON STONE APPOINTED MCGREGOR COXALL CEO
May 16, 2024 General

LEON STONE APPOINTED MCGREGOR COXALL CEO

We would like to welcome and congratulate Leon Stone on his new role as CEO of McGregor Coxall.

With over three decades of experience in management and financial leadership, Leon steps into the role after serving as Chief Operating Officer at McGregor Coxall since 2019. Overseeing finance, QA, risk assessment, and bids as the business grew from 40 to 100 people.

“Leon’s transition from COO to CEO is a testament to his dedication and impact on the company’s growth since he joined McGregor Coxall in 2019.” says McGregor Coxall Chairman, Philip Coxall.

His previous roles include CFO and Managing Director, where he designed IT infrastructure and streamlined finance operations. Lee has held senior positions across various sectors, overseeing the implementation of CRM/ERP systems and financial modelling for start-ups. His experience spans finance, corporate governance, and strategic planning.

“Due to his depth of experience across various sectors, we are confident that Leon’s dedication to excellence and strategic vision will be instrumental in this next chapter for McGregor Coxall. The world is facing unprecedented challenges, and we are focused on the ability to design for a changing climate and deliver data-driven, climate-resilient outcomes informed by our Biourbanism Lab.” says McGregor Coxall Founder and Chief Design Officer, Adrian McGregor.

As we welcome Leon Stone as our new CEO, we also want to express our heartfelt gratitude to outgoing CEO, George Panos, for his exceptional service and strong leadership.

“We are delighted that George will continue to share his insights and expertise as an advisor to the McGregor Coxall global board, ensuring a smooth transition.” says Leon Stone.

 

 

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