Hajo Riesenbeck is a visionary leader with a distinguished career in global strategy, business transformation, and consumer innovation Circus SE, a global leader in AI software and embodied AI-robotics for the food service industry announced that Hajo Riesenbeck is joining its Board of Advisors among leading industry experts in the[Read More…]
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Kroger announces David Kennerley as incoming CFO
Kennerley will join Kroger on March 10 as senior vice president The Kroger Co. announced its succession plan for Chief Financial Officer. David Kennerley, senior vice president and CFO for PepsiCo Europe, will succeed Todd Foley as senior vice president and chief financial officer, effective April 3. Kennerley will join Kroger on March 10 as senior vice[Read More…]
Global trends in plant-based market Asia-Pacific’s growing influence
Christian Philippsen, Managing Director at BENEO Asia Pacific, shares his expertise on global trends, and regional adoption in Asia-Pacific with NUFFOODS Spectrum The plant-based food industry is undergoing a dynamic transformation, driven by shifting consumer preferences, sustainability concerns, and advancements in food technology. As more consumers embrace flexitarian and plant-based[Read More…]
UNESDA Soft Drinks Europe appoints Andrew McMillin as President
Andrew McMillin is the President of West Europe Operations for The Coca-Cola Company UNESDA Soft Drinks Europe, the European trade association representing the soft drink industry, announced the appointment of Andrew McMillin, President of Western Europe Operations at The Coca-Cola Company, as the new President of the association. Commenting on[Read More…]
Woolworths Group announces leadership update and organisational changes
Metro, Greenstock and Woolworths Food Company Retail now part of Woolworths Retail Australia’s Woolworths Group announces changes to its Food leadership and organisational structure to allow a greater focus on the areas that have the most impact on customers. Annette Karantoni has been appointed managing director of Woolworths Retail, reporting[Read More…]
Wellness or the Wallet? What Consumers are Saying When it Comes to Preventive Health
Christian Philippsen, Managing Director, BENEO, Asia Pacific If you were given three to four additional hours in a week, would this time be given to health or wealth? According to a recent survey[1] by a multinational insurance firm, the answer revealed a staggering 85 per cent of those in Singapore[Read More…]
Campbell’s appoints Risa Cretella President of Meals & Beverages division
Cretella led the rapid growth of Rao’s for the last six years The Campbell’s Company announced the appointment of Risa Cretella as Executive Vice President and President, of Meals & Beverages, effective Feb. 1, 2025. She will report to incoming President and Chief Executive Officer Mick Beekhuizen and become a member of[Read More…]
Kraft Heinz appoints Marcel Regis as President
Marcel will be based in Brazil and will lead the Kraft Heinz business in Latin America, Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and Africa The Kraft Heinz Company announced the appointment of Marcel Regis as President, West and East Emerging Markets, effective February 3, 2025. Marcel will be based in Brazil[Read More…]
Hershey announces appointments of Presidents of Confection and Salty Divisions
Andrew Archambault named President of U.S. Confection Veronica Villasenor named President of Salty Snacks The Hershey Company announced two leadership appointments. Andrew Archambault has been named President, of U.S. Confection, and Veronica Villasenor has been named President, of Salty Snacks. Both appointments are effective February 3, 2025. Archambault, who joins Hershey from Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP), and Villasenor,[Read More…]
Heritage Distilling names Michael P. Carrosino as CFO
Veteran finance executive with more than 40 years’ experience to lead Heritage’s financial operations and manage capital market transactions Heritage Distilling Company a leading craft distiller of innovative premium brands, announced the appointment of Michael P. Carrosino as its Chief Financial Officer (CFO). A veteran finance executive with over 40[Read More…]
