Three Rangers directors leave as club undergoes shake-up
Their positions on the board will be filled by Americans Mark Taber, Andrew Clayton, and Gene Schneur.
The departure of Johnston, Park, and Wolhardt has been officially recorded on Companies House, with all three having their appointments terminated.
A new chairman, Andrew Cavenagh, has been appointed, replacing Fraser Thornton, who will remain on the board.
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Paarag Marathe has taken on the role of vice-chairman.
John Halsted and George Taylor will continue as directors, while chief executive Patrick Stewart remains in his role.
The new board members bring a wealth of experience to the club.
Mark Taber, a managing director at Boston-based growth equity firm Great Hill Partners, specialises in healthcare investments.
Andrew Clayton is co-founder and vice-chairman of ParetoHealth, a health insurance company founded by Cavenagh.
Gene Schneur, a board member and co-owner of Leeds United, is the third new face on the board.
Their appointments mark a new era for Rangers.
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