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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.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Regulatory, Sustainability
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.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
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.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
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.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, Regulatory, Sustainability
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.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Koelnmesse appoints key new Anuga event director
Koelnmesse has named Jan Philipp Hartmann in a new position as director overseeing Anuga, taking over the management of the major food-based trade fair, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Food safety, Ingredients, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Schubert appoints new Canadian chief operating officer
Equipment and systems business Schubert North America has appointed Dominik Streicher as chief operating officer for its Canadian entity Schubert Packaging Automation Inc. in Mississauga, Ontario, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Packaging, Processing, Sustainability
Hershey appoints new global chief sales officer
The Hershey Company has appointed Marlene Creighton as global chief sales officer, as the business continues to expand its domestic and global operations, writes Neill Barston.
Ferrero’s US division names Alanna Cotton as new regional president and chief business officer
The Ferrero Group’s US division has confirmed Alanna Cotton to the key regional position of president and chief business officer of Ferrero North America, reports Neill Barston.
Gourmet business Vermont Nut Free Chocolates hires new sales director
US-based Vermont Nut Free Chocolates, a gourmet confectionery specialist, has recently added to its ranks in appointing Ryan Emmons as its sales director, reports Neill Barston.
Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability
Fairtrade appoints Sandra Uwera as new global CEO
Fairtrade International has appointed Sandra Uwera as its new global CEO to lead its ongoing social justice and sustainability mission, including improving conditions for communities serving cocoa supply chains, writes Neill Barston.