Gladstone Land Adds Veteran Investor Stelljes to Board, Expands Size to Eight
LAND•Gladstone Land Corporation expanded its board from seven to eight directors with the election of George "Chip" Stelljes, III effective June 1, 2026. Stelljes brings over 25 years of private equity and investment management experience and joins three key board committees.
1. Board Expansion and New Director
Effective June 1, 2026, Gladstone Land increased its board from seven to eight members by electing George "Chip" Stelljes, III to the class of 2028 directors.
2. Stelljes' Background and Experience
Stelljes has over 25 years of experience in investment analysis, management, and advisory roles, including senior positions at Gladstone Companies and current managing partner at St. John's Capital, LLC.
3. Committee Roles and Governance
Upon his appointment, Stelljes joined the Compensation Committee, the Ethics, Nominating & Corporate Governance Committee, and the Valuation Committee, enhancing oversight of executive pay, governance practices, and asset valuation.
