Another senior Harvey Norman executive has suddenly and without notice left Harvey Norman according to an email sent to franchisees.

Glen Gregory the Executive General Manager of Harvey Norman Technology and Entertainment is believed to have suddenly left the Company after an overseas trip involving a large US audio Company.

ChannelNews understands that Gregory who has worked for Harvey Norman for 28 years was subject to an investigation, that resulted in Harvey Norman parting Company with the long-time executive, who is well known in the industry.

ChannelNews understands that Gregory reported to Harvey Norman Director John Slack Smith.

Neither Harvey Norman nor, the audio Company have commented.

This is not the first time that a senior Harvey Norman executive has suddenly parted Company with the retailer following a vendor sponsored overseas trip.

ChannelNews is aware of the allegations but at this stage have chosen not to reveal what was behind the incident.

We have put calls in to Glen Gregory to comment.

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