Perfetti Van Melle appoints head of HR, as US operations expand
Perfetti Van Melle has appointed its first head of human resources, as it grows in the US. Pic: Perfetti Van Melle
The US division of Perfetti Van Melle confectionery group has named Leticia Vescovi as Vice President of Human Resources, as it continues to expand its footprint in the region, writes Neill Barston.
As the business noted, its latest appointee will report to the region’s CEO and president, Sylvia Buxton, president and CEO of Perfetti Van Melle Americas Business Unit.
As the company noted, her arrival in post for what is a newly created role, reflects growth from a U.S./Canada scope to encompass Mexico and Latin America commercial and supply chain operations. The addition of this role at the Americas Business Unit level will help drive collaborative HR strategy and capabilities around people and culture for the region.
“I’m thrilled to welcome Leticia to the Perfetti Van Melle family and Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky region,” said Sylvia Buxton. “As our talent and business continues to expand, Leticia’s global HR leadership and experience will be a valuable addition to our executive team.”
She brings to Perfetti Van Melle more than 20 years of successful Human Resources leadership across a variety of industries. This includes manufacturing, FMCG (Food & Beverage), and Retail working in USA, Brazil and Mexico. For the past nine years, she has held both global and regional HR Business Partner roles at Nike, supporting Latin America, Asia-Pacific, and Global business teams.
Her broad international experience and multicultural background have fuelled her passion for aligning business strategy with team and talent agenda.
“I couldn’t be more excited to join a company that knows how to mix creativity, care for people, and a little bit of sugar to make magic,” said Vescovi.
“It’s an incredible time to be part of this talented team, and I look forward to building on what they’ve achieved, and together shape the next chapter of culture, growth, and sweet success for the Perfetti Van Melle Americas Business Unit.”
