Jim Ellis named VP of FONA Confections, Desserts & Healthcare business unit
May 10, 2017
Ellis brings 20 years of strategic sales and marketing experience to the role, including a background developing and executing winning strategies within the flavor industry.
Over the next several months Flowers will transition its operations into two business units: Fresh Bakery and Specialty/Snacking
May 8, 2017
The company said the moves are designed to “provide greater focus on the company’s strategic objectives under Project Centennial, emphasize brand growth and innovation in line with a national branded food company, drive enhanced accountability, reduce costs and strengthen long-term strategy.”
Company also taps natural food and beverage veteran John Wahl as vice president of sales
May 8, 2017
Wahl brings more than 20 years of experience to his new role, where he’ll spearhead strategic growth and channel expansion for the brand’s core line of frozen bone broths and new ready-to-drink line of Drinkable Veggies™.
Barry Calpino joins company as vice president of innovation
April 28, 2017
Conagra Brands, Inc. announced Barry Calpino has joined the company as vice president of innovation. Calpino will report to chief growth officer, Darren Serrao.
Lucas Hendrikse to lead the next phase of Crisp Sensation’s development plans, driving global commercialization
April 24, 2017
With a strong background in food industry strategic management, new Chief Executive Officer Lucas Hendrikse, formerly Senior Vice President Food Ingredients at DSM, will lead the next phase of Crisp Sensation’s development plans, driving global commercialization of the company’s innovative crispy coating technology.
Pereira will work as a human food manager for key accounts with global actuation
April 24, 2017
With 13 years’ experience in the market, she has worked in various segments such as bakery and dairy products, beverages, child nutrition and functional foods.
Laurette Rondenet named 2017 Woman Business Owner of the Year
April 10, 2017
This prestigious award is given to a NAWBO member who is recognized as a successful entrepreneur who has actively promoted small business entrepreneurship.