Farmer Mac Announces CFO Aparna Ramesh's Transition to New Role
Farmer Mac CFO Aparna Ramesh Resigns for New Opportunity
On July 10, 2025, the Federal Agricultural Mortgage Corporation, known as Farmer Mac, made a significant announcement regarding the departure of its Chief Financial Officer, Aparna Ramesh. Ramesh, who has played a pivotal role in the company's leadership since she joined in 2020, has decided to resign from her position to take over as the Chief Executive Officer at the Federal Home Loan Banks Office of Finance.
In a statement from Farmer Mac's President and CEO, Brad Nordholm, he expressed profound gratitude for Ramesh's exceptional leadership and contributions to the company. “Aparna's expertise and judgment have been instrumental in shaping Farmer Mac's strong financial foundation,” he remarked. He further acknowledged her efforts in establishing a competent finance team and advancing their robust securitization program, which has set the groundwork for ongoing growth and success.
Ramesh reflected on her time at Farmer Mac, stating, “It has been an honor to serve as Chief Financial Officer at Farmer Mac and to work alongside such a skilled and dedicated team.” Since joining the company, she noted the unwavering commitment of her colleagues towards advancing Farmer Mac's mission and creating a meaningful impact across rural America.
She extended her thanks to Nordholm for his guidance, the board members for their stewardship, and her team for their partnership. Ramesh expressed pride in their collective achievements and had confidence that Farmer Mac is well-positioned for continued momentum and success in the years ahead.
Following her resignation, Ramesh will retain her CFO title until July 31, 2025, ensuring a smooth transition. In the meantime, Farmer Mac has announced that it will engage an executive search firm to find its next Chief Financial Officer and will provide updates on the progress of this search.
About Farmer Mac
Farmer Mac is committed to enhancing the accessibility of financing to provide essential liquidity for American agriculture and rural infrastructure. By operating as a secondary market provider, it plays a crucial role in supporting agricultural and infrastructure businesses across the nation, promoting growth and innovation within America's rural communities.
The organization boasts a diverse array of financial solutions tailored to meet the growth, liquidity, risk management, and capital relief requirements of financial institutions. Farmer Mac is uniquely positioned to empower rural and agricultural communities, offering the necessary resources that fuel their development and prosperity.
As the transition unfolds, stakeholders and employees of Farmer Mac are optimistic about the future, hoping to build upon the legacy that Ramesh has left behind, while eagerly anticipating the selection of her successor to lead the financial team forward.