Lisa Moore appointed Chief Executive of Devon County Agricultural Association (DCAA)

For the past nine months, Lisa Moore has been performing as Acting Chief Executive of the DCAA.

The Board of Trustees, on behalf of the Association, has been closely monitoring the temporary structure and is delighted to announce that Lisa will officially take up the reins as full-time Chief Executive with immediate effect.  

Andy Gray, Chairman of the Board of Trustees at DCAA, commented on the appointment: “Having compared and discussed alternative options, the Board has decided that Lisa is the most suitable candidate for the role. Over the period, she has demonstrated her capacity to lead and manage the DCAA, her unwavering commitment to the organisation as well as an exemplary knowledge and understanding of our culture and our people.”

The new structure will also see Finance Manager Nick Rockey, confirmed as Company Secretary, a position that will encompass the Association Secretary role. 

In Lisa’s dual capacity as Manager of the annual Devon County Show she will continue to lead the preparations for the 2025 event. The Board will work closely alongside her to help shape and support the administrative structure and staffing for the future of the organisation including the DCAA more widely as well as Westpoint.