Lovett stands down at Cleanevent

After 21 years at the Cleanevent Group, founder Craig Lovett has retired from the day to day operations of the Company.

From small beginnings, Cleanevent has grown into the world's leading venue cleaining contractor with successes ranging from the start up of operations in four countries, numerous Olympic and Commonwealth Games, other events such as Rugby and Cricket World Cups, Asian Games and thousands of smaller but significant and prestigious activities.

Explaining his 'stand down' Lovett stated Craig says, "it is time for me to move away from the day to day operations of the company, a decision that has not been easy. I feel that after a great journey it is time to move aside, and make way for the youth and enthusiasm that is required
to take this business forward towards 2010 and beyond.

"I will remain a substantial shareholder of the Group and maintain Board positions around the Globe representing the Lovett family interests that are invested in the Cleanevent Group.

"We have broken un-chartered grounds with specific operations and have proven that our culture can be transported across the Globe.

"I have enjoyed every minute of this great ride, with all of its ups and downs and would not swap any of the learning along the way. I have had the greatest pleasure in working with some tremendous people, and would like to take this opportunity to thank them for being part of their lives and for them sharing theirs with mine.

"I have had the pleasure in developing clients that have become friends via a platform of communications and development of a trust that has 'gone well beyond' the bounds of normal contractual relationships. I take this opportunity to thank you all for the true partnership and friendship."

At the request of his fellow shareholders and Board Members, Craig Lovett will remain a lead advisor to the company, assisting with the Major International Events portfolio development, key client relationships and will remain as a resource and mentor for the Senior Group Executives.

In this role, Craig Lovett will also remain available to many of the Companyâs foundation clients and will continue to participate in Industry forums and Organisations.

Lovett concludes, "I intend to develop new business opportunities working with the extensive network that I have developed over the past 21 years globally and will release details of those endeavours later in the year."

Speaking of Lovett's departure, current Cleanevent Group Chief Executive and Managing Director, Nicko Mavro stated "Craig's enormous contribution over the years is well recognised and we are delighted that he will remain a Shareholder and Board Member. He will continue to enhance the relationships on behalf of the company, participate and lead projects in our Major Events Division and we are looking forward to his continuous contribution to both the Company and the industry in general."

16th January 2008 - CLEANEVENT RESTRUCTURES