Our Team.
Tony Geitz
CEO
Tony Geitz accepted the new role as CEO of Northern Cotton, after a long career with Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC). He held various roles over 9 years with LDC including, Head of Cotton, Australia and Managing Director Australia.
Tony has been associated with the cotton industry for over 30 years, starting out in Agribusiness banking before joining Paul Reinhart AG as Managing Director in 2001. Eight years later Tony accepted a role as Head of China, based in Beijing overseeing both domestic trading and global imports.
Tony has held various industry roles including Chairman of the Australian Cotton Shippers Association while becoming a committee member of the Australian Cotton Industry Forum and the Committee for International Co-operation Between Cotton Associations. Tony is a Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors having completed the Company Directors Course in 2020.
Given his wealth of experience in senior management roles, Tony has gained substantial knowledge of international trading, international & domestic supply chains, commodity risk management, governance, structured/trade and finance, and advocacy.
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0457 350 221
Kate Marshall
Grower Services Manager
(Currently on maternity leave until April 2026)
Grower Services Manager
Kate is a recent addition to the Northern Territory, having relocated from Southern Queensland, with her roots in the Riverina. Kate brings a wealth of experience from her previous role as the General Manager of Customers and Innovation at an online livestock auction platform, where she was dedicated to enhancing customer experience and driving innovation.
Her career spans a range of sectors in the agricultural industry, from work with MLA, to on-farm roles, the grains sector to work with an agricultural based accounting firm. With both practical and office-based experience, Kate is passionate about getting involved in all aspects of the business and approaches every task with a customer-focused mindset. Her diverse background and hands-on approach make her a valuable asset to the team
0437 760 984
Renee Green
Accounts
With a career spanning over 18 years across agriculture, production management, and client relations, Renee brings a diverse set of skills to her role in Accounts at Northern Cotton.
Beginning her career in textile design and production, Renee developed a strong foundation in managing complex supply chains, quality control, and operational efficiency. This expertise naturally transitioned into the pastoral and agricultural sectors, where she has worked in a variety of roles, including production management and quality assurance. Her experience in account management further refined her financial administration skills, allowing her to effectively manage client relationships and high-stakes operations.
Currently, Renee is furthering her studies towards a Bachelor’s in Agricultural Technology Management, which has deepened her technical understanding of the sector, though she continues to evaluate how best to apply her growing expertise within agriculture.
At Northern Cotton, Renee leverages her diverse experience to ensure financial accuracy, support day-to-day operations, and help the team meet its objectives efficiently.
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08 7980 2007
accounts@northerncotton.com.au
Trevor Griffiths
Yard Manager​
Trevor is an experienced Yard Manager with over 20 years of expertise in the Northern Territory.
Having worked across multiple sectors, including dairies, feedlots, and large-scale operations, Trevor brings a wealth of knowledge and hands-on experience to everything he does. Notably, he served as the Operations Manager at Tipperary Station, where he played a key role in managing complex logistics and operations.
Trevor's deep understanding of the region and its industries makes him an invaluable asset in managing day-to-day yard operations with efficiency and dedication.
Beyond his professional skills, Trevor is known for his kind-hearted, generous, and easy-going nature. He always brings a caring and supportive approach to those around him, making him a trusted and respected member of the team.
0437 200 163
