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Gabriel Fernandez appointed as Mars Wrigley’s president global emerging markets
Senior regional manager Gabriel Fernandez has been confirmed as President, Global Emerging Markets (GEM) at Mars Wrigley, amid a period of notable growth for the business, writes Neill Barston.
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Oterra colours appoints new chief financial officer amid continued expansion
Danish headquartered natural colours group, Oterra, has appointed Hubert Windegger as its new chief financial officer joining the business this month, as it continues its global market expansion, including operating within confectionery segments, writes Neill Barston.
Cloetta confirms Katarina Tell as new president and CEO
Swedish confectionery company Cloetta has named Katarina Tell as its new president and CEO, who will be taking up the role from this September, as its present postholder, Henri de Sauvage Nolting steps down from the post this autumn, writes Neill Barston.
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Fudge Kitchen appoints Richard Parson as new managing director
British artisan confectionery firm Fudge Kitchen has named Richard Parson as its new managing director, who is set to drive the next chapter of the business after its founder Siân Holt stepped back from the business after a sudden illness last year, writes Neill Barston.
Executive board of Beneo strengthened with new key member
Functional ingredients business, Beneo, has confirmed that Dr Mike Eberle has joined its ranks as a member of the globally-focused company’s executive board, writes Neill Barston.
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Tate & Lyle gains listing among top 1,000 trusted global businesses
Global ingredient solutions group Tate & Lyle PLC is celebrating being named among the most trusted international businesses, according to an new ranking from Newsweek magazine and Statista, writes Neill Barston.
Hershey names Deepak Bhatia as its first ever chief technology officer
Hershey’s global tech strategy is set to be directed by Deepak Bhatia, who has been appointed as its first chief technology officer, who has also been named on its Executive Committee, reports Neill Barston.
Neuhaus CEO Ignace Van Doorselaere to stand down, with Isabel Baert appointed new business leader
Belgian premium confectionery brand Neuhaus has confirmed that its CEO, Ignace Van Doorselaere, is set to step down this November, to be succeeded by Isabel Baert, writes Neill Barston.
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Tate & Lyle opens latest Indonesian innovation centre, as the company’s chair steps down
Global ingredient solutions business Tate & Lyle PLC has successfully opened the doors of its latest Customer Innovation and Collaboration Centre in Jakarta, Indonesia, reports Neill Barston.
Chantal Coady OBE makes major return to Rococo and Prestat as creative director
Confectionery Production board member, Chantal Coady OBE, has been named as creative director and brand ambassador at Prestat and Rococo luxury chocolate brands.
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Nestlé appoints Mark Davies as MD for its UK & Ireland confectionery division
Nestlé has named Mark Davies as Managing Director for Nestlé Confectionery in the UK & Ireland, assuming the role this month, as the business continues to grow the business in the region, writes Neill Barston.
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Mars Food and Nutrition names Karina Zimerfeld as its new vice president
Karina Zimerfeld has been appointed a Vice President of the Mars Food & Nutrition business’ R&D function, working across its international operations, writes Neill Barston.
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Fairtrade America appoints Amanda Archila executive director
Fairtrade America has unveiled Amanda Archila as the organisation’s executive director, as it continues its social justice goals within the region, reports Neill Barston.
Barry Callebaut appoints Vamsi Mohan Thati as Asia Pacific president
The Barry Callebaut Group has unveiled Vamsi Mohan Thati as President Asia Pacific and member of the Executive Committee, effective from next month, taking over from Jo Thys, who was recently appointed Chief Operations Officer, writes Neill Barston.
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