Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.

On June 13, 2023, Green Plains Inc. (the "Company") eliminated the position of Chief Accounting Officer of the Company and Green Plains Partners LP ("GPP"), a position held by Paul Kolomaya, who has departed the Company. Mr. Kolomaya's responsibilities are being allocated among other officers and employees of the Company. James E. Stark, Chief Financial Officer of the Company and GPP, will continue as the principal accounting officer for both companies. Mr. Kolomaya will remain as a consultant for the next 12 months to be available as needed. "Paul's contribution and tireless commitment to Green Plains has been key to our success over the last 15 years," said Todd Becker, President and CEO of the Company and GPP. "He has been instrumental to our leadership team, continually driving for accuracy and consistency in processes and functions throughout the organization."

"I leave knowing the accounting and finance group will continue on with the discipline and efficiency we established together at Green Plains," said Mr. Kolomaya. "My time at Green Plains has been the highlight of my career and I am proud of all we have accomplished together as a team. I look forward to watching the company continue to transform and grow."


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