Cheese Merchants names new CEO of external manufacturing
Pat Greco brings extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions to the position. He previously served as President for G Ninety Family Partners in St. Charles, Ill. He holds an…
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IDDBA names new chairperson
Suzanne Fanning has served on IDDBA’s board since 2017, most recently as executive vice chair. She was named chair during IDDBA’s Annual Business Meeting in Chicago and will…
Barry Callebaut puts internal leader at the helm in Benelux
Barry Callebaut has promoted Stefanie De Roover to Managing Director of Benelux. De Roover was previously head of marketing for the Benelux region and will now take the helm of…
McDonald’s UK & Ireland appoints Danielle Harris as chief people officer
McDonald’s UK & Ireland has appointed Danielle Harris as its new chief people officer, effective from 1 October 2026. Harris will lead the fast food giant’s people strategy across…
NGA taps former UNFI exec to build ties with CPGs
As the trade group’s new chief collaboration officer, Mike Ridenour will help lead efforts to foster relationships with food manufacturers.
McCain Foods taps PepsiCo exec as chief manufacturing and operations officer
Victoriano Perez Mies joins the frozen food producer after nearly two decades at PepsiCo, assuming leadership of several areas of operation.
Ex-Kraft Heinz exec joins Kettle Cuisine as CEO
US-based fresh prepared foods manufacturer Kettle Cuisine has appointed former Kraft Heinz executive Peter Hall as its CEO. The post Ex-Kraft Heinz exec joins Kettle Cuisine as…
IDFA opens nominations for annual industry awards
Nominations are now open for the following awards: The IDFA Laureate Award, the Innovative Dairy Farmer of the Year Award, the IDFA Food Safety Leadership Award, and the IDFA…
Wesley Batista, grandson of JBS founder, returns as group CEO
Wesley Batista is returning to head up meat giant JBS as group CEO, restoring leadership under the controlling family shareholders. The post Wesley Batista, grandson of JBS…
JBS returns to family leadership as Wesley Batista Filho becomes CEO
Wesley Batista Filho has been promoted to group CEO of meat giant JBS, restoring leadership under the controlling family shareholders. The post JBS returns to family leadership as…
IDFA selects 30 people for NextGen Leadership Program
Selected for their professional experience, leadership potential, and scope of responsibility within their organizations, members of Cohort 8 will take part in a program designed…