Campbell’s has acquired a 49% interest in La Regina, the longtime manufacturer behind Rao’s Homemade tomato-based sauces. The investment reinforces the company’s focus on preserving Rao’s artisanal production approach as the brand surpasses $1 billion in annual sales.
Anand will oversee long-term growth and margin expansion across Campbell’s snacks portfolio beginning Feb. 23, 2026. He succeeds Elizabeth Duggan, who is departing the company.
Both will report to Campbell’s president and chief executive officer Mick Beekhuizen and become members of the company’s operating committee and corporate officers.
Beekhuizen will become the 15th CEO in the company’s 155-year history. He joined Campbell’s in September 2019 as chief financial officer and since 2022 has served as president of the company’s $5.3 billion meals & beverages division.
“Goldfish is a brand that continues to appeal to consumers of all ages. With Goldfish Crisps, our mash-up of crackers and potato chips, we saw an opportunity to offer families a new and crave-worthy snacking experience in a way that only Goldfish can,” says George Vindiola, Campbell’s senior vice president, Research & Development for Snacks.
The soup can be prepared with water for a more robust tomato taste, or with milk for a cheesier flavor
March 17, 2024
The small batch release celebrates the brand's iconic Tomato Soup infused with the flavors of a grilled cheese sandwich for a spoonful of flavor and comfort.
Combination expected to fuel earnings growth; align with Campbell’s focused strategic plan
August 7, 2023
The strategic transaction adds a high-growth, market-leading premium portfolio of brands to diversify and enhance Campbell’s Meals & Beverages division, providing a substantial runway for sustained profitable growth.
The new cooking concentrate can be stirred in with any protein, grain or vegetable for a customizable level of flavor
September 26, 2022
The new cooking concentrate can be stirred in with any protein, grain or vegetable for a customizable level of flavor and is Campbell's latest innovation designed to give consumers a secret ingredient in their pantry.
Company plans to increase recyclability, recycled content and consumer education and infrastructure
May 7, 2020
Campbell Soup Company announced new packaging sustainability goals to reduce packaging waste by increasing circularity—keeping materials in use and out of landfills. The four goals are designed to address all phases of the packaging lifecycle, from sourcing to end-of-life, including recycling or composting.