Carosella will be responsible for developing long-term new product innovation strategies to accelerate Dean Foods' future growth and increase speed to market for new products. Specifically, she is charged with leading the company's efforts to identify, assess and develop new product solutions that meet consumer and customer needs for dairy products and beverages.
"Dean Foods is fortunate to have an experienced innovator and leader in Debbie Carosella," stated Gregg Engles, chief executive officer and chairman of the Board of Dean Foods. "Debbie's ability to manage fast-moving consumer goods businesses, grow existing brands and develop new product and packaging innovations will be invaluable to Dean Foods," said Engles.