“We are fortunate to have great leaders like Blake making a difference on our team.” commented Andy Tudor, vice president of business development, “He brings years of experience and wisdom to this new role.”

"Pre aligns perfectly with consumer trends, tastes terrific and is winning in the market," states Ponticelli. "Everyone in our organization is committed to scaling the business successfully as we expand nationwide and continue to build the Pre brand."

Under Hinson’s leadership, S&D became the largest US custom coffee roaster, supplying the world’s best-known coffee retailers and restaurant chains. 

Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc. appointmented three new executives: Rizal Hamdallah as global chief innovation officer; Katy Latimer as vice president of research and development; and Chris O'Connor as vice president of marketing.

Ambadipudi comes to ISC Gums with extensive field experience in quality management, quality assurance, quality control, document control, corrective action, auditing, food safety and research & development.

Ramos holds a bachelor’s degree from California State Polytechnic University of Pomona in Food Science and Technology as well as an MBA from Pepperdine University with an emphasis in International Business.

A renowned industry figure, Dr. Childs brings over 16 years of experience in leadership roles spearheading food safety, quality assurance, product innovation, R & D and more for firms such as OK Foods, Albertville Quality Foods, Lopez Foods, Inc. and Otto & Sons (OSI).

Mannina is an experienced account manager with a specialty in sales and marketing in the market research industry.

“Miguel is a proven business leader with a distinguished track record of building iconic consumer brands around the globe, driving top-line revenue growth through a focus on consumer-first marketing, innovation, and people development,” said Alex Behring, chairman of Kraft Heinz’s board of directors.  

Bell Flavors & Fragrances announced the promotions of Ted Sawicz to the position of CFO & executive vice president, shared services; Maggie Khembo-Gary to the position of senior manager, human resources and Sandy Cordova to the position of senior manager, benefits administration at their headquarters in Northbrook, Ill.