The chief executive of Pumpkin Patch, Neil Cowie, has resigned to take up another role in the New Zealand retail industry.
The children's clothing company says Mr Cowie has made a significant contribution in the last six years, expecially during the last two years as chief executive when he has guided the business through a period of change.
Pumpkin Patch chair Jane Freeman says the firm has a long term succession plans in place and has internal candidates to the fill the role.