Ovato Limited announced that long-time CFO Geoff Stephenson has decided to seek new opportunities. The company announced that Andrew Stedwell has been appointed to the role of Chief Financial Officer commencing 1 February. Andrew has been working in the business for the last couple of months to ensure a seamless handover into the role. Andrew comes to the business with an impressive background in senior finance and commercial leadership roles primarily focussed around the publishing and media industries. Andrew's most recent role was as CFO/COO and Director of Bauer Media (now Are Media and previously ACP Magazines). He has an outstanding record of strategic development, planning and execution and a depth of experience in successful project implementation. Andrew's experience working in evolving sectors, specifically dealing with FMCG and digital products, together with his strong leadership and management skills, allows him to play an integral role in evolving and growing Ovato following recently completed recapitalisation and restructure.