October 25/Brussels/Press Release -- Barry Callebaut AG has appointed Peter Boone to the role of chief innovation officer (CIO) effective December 3, 2012. In his function, Boone will be a member of the Executive Committee (ExCo) of the company. He will report directly to the CEO of Barry Callebaut, Juergen Steinemann.
Juergen Steinemann, CEO of Barry Callebaut, said, “I am happy Peter is joining us. He brings a best-in-class strategic marketing background in B-to-C business, and combines this with extensive experience also in B-to-B, innovation and gourmet areas. All this fits well with the chief innovation officer’s role.”