David’s Bridal to spin off Pearl into stand-alone, publicly traded company
David’s Bridal CEO Kelly Cook is expected to become the chief executive of Pearl, which will own the wedding retailer’s intellectual property and brand.
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Amazon eyes 300K holiday hires
The e-commerce giant is increasing U.S. holiday staffing by 20% compared to the past three seasons.
Matt Herrick named IDFA president and CEO
Herrick will assume the role of president and CEO on Jan. 1. Michael Dykes will remain with IDFA through January 31, working closely with Herrick to ensure a smooth leadership…
Synlait makes CEO Leon Fung’s appointment permanent
New Zealand-based dairy group Synlait has confirmed interim chief Leon Fung as its permanent chief executive officer (CEO). The post Synlait makes CEO Leon Fung’s appointment…
Thierry Garnier will take office as CEO of Ahold Delhaize on March 3
Thierry Garnier, who is currently the CEO of the Kingfisher home improvement group, will assume the roles of president, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), and member of the Board of…
Female engagement leads to stronger beverage operations
With more women succeeding in operational leadership roles, experts highlight that representation matters because it shows what is possible.
Lindt & Sprüngli – CEO Departure, Leadership Changes In Germany, Austria
Lindt & Sprüngli has announced the departure of CEO Adalbert Lechner and additional leadership changes in Germany and Austria.
Grupo DIA Appoints LetterOne CEO Jonathan Muir As Chairperson
The board of directors of Spanish retailer Grupo DIA has appointed Jonathan Muir as non-executive proprietary chairperson.
Lindt CEO steps down amid financial struggles
Lindt has announced that the CEO Adalbert Lechner is set to depart from the company effective immediately. The vice-chairman of the board of directors and former CEO, Dieter…
Poundland appoints three directors as sale talks reach critical stage
Poundland’s owners have appointed three independent directors to the discount chain’s board as rescue talks intensify, with administration still a possibility. Majority owner…
Transgourmet Appoints New Directors To HoReCa And Retail Divisions
Spanish wholesale distributor Transgourmet Ibérica has appointed two new directors to its retail and HoReCa divisions.
Publix names new chief information and digital officer
The grocer promoted CIO Laurie Douglas to the role and announced other executive changes in its technology, industrial operations and finance departments.