Inspiring Legacy Continued from page 1
The Harrell Legacy Continues Following Jack's passing, the Board made the unanimous decision to elect Jack Harrell, III to be our newest CEO and Chairman of the board, following in his father’s footsteps. Jack III has been working at Harrell’s for over 15 years, dedicating his entire career to the company, and is looking forward to leading the charge into the future of Harrell’s. Regarding his new appointment, Jack had this to say, “It is an honor to take on this new leadership role. To be the 4th generation Harrell to lead this company means a great deal to me. Following in the footsteps of my great- grandfather, grandfather, and father is a tall task and one I do not take lightly. It is impossible to replace my father, but I will work every day to honor the legacy and culture he created by doing all the things he taught me and instilled in me. I look forward to continuing to work with our Vice Chairman Dave Schermerhorn as my father did for the last 20 years. It is an incredible honor to get to lead this great team at Harrell's.” Harrell’s Board Member, John Attaway had this to say regarding the appointment, “The Board was very happy to elect Jack Harrell, III as Chairman and CEO of Harrell’s, Inc. at its meeting this week. We have the utmost confidence in Jack and his ability to continue to maintain the traditions and success of his father before him.”
- In August of 2019, Jack Harrell, Jr. received the Florida Turfgrass Association’s Wreath of Grass Award. This award pays tribute to individuals who have shown outstanding service to the Florida Turfgrass Association and to the turfgrass industry as a whole. The 2019 President of the FTGA stated, “Jack has always been at the front and center providing support for any issue that a customer, an employee, an association, or a community may be facing. It is an honor to award Jack for his commitment.” - In May of 2021, the Florida GCSA presented Jack with the Marie Roberts Lifetime Service Award. This award is presented to individuals who have made significant contributions to the Florida GCSA and golf industry through participation, support, and achievements in the industry. This award is granted to those who have dedicated their life to the industry. - In May of 2021, Jack Harrell Jr. was inducted into the Tampa Bay Business Hall of Fame. The event celebrates those who are seen as visionaries in their field and celebrates the accomplishments, leadership, and service of the honorees. This ceremony celebrated both the 2020 and 2021 induction classes, of which. Jack was a member of the 2020 class. “We rejoice that he has gone home to Glory and is not in any more pain and suffering any longer. His body had been restored, and he is at peace. My father was a great man who took care of so many people. Everyone else was always his main concern, rather than himself. We will all miss him but are so happy that he is rejoicing in Heaven.” – Jack Harrell III
We are excited to have Jack Harrell, III as our CEO and Chairman of the Board, and look forward to what he will accomplish in his new role.
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