Hormel Foods promotes John Ghingo to president Jeffrey M. Ettinger returns to the company for a 15 months as interim CEO. June 23, 2025 Hormel Foods names 11th president in the company's nearly 135-year history.Read More
Nelson-Jameson mourns passing of former president The company is honoring John E. Nelson's 45-year career and his lasting legacy. SF&WB Staff June 20, 2025 Nelson-Jameson shares the news that John E. Nelson, former president and chairman, passed away on June 2, 2025.Read More
Aldi announces CEO transition The grocer has named chief operating officer Atty McGrath as its U.S. leader. SF&WB Staff May 30, 2025 Aldi promotes Atty McGrath to US CEO, as current CEO Jason Hart is named global COO of Aldi South group.Read More
Hormel Foods names successor for retail marketing group Jeff Baker will assume the role of group VP at the end of FY 2025. SF&WB Staff May 20, 2025 Scott Aakre, Hormel Foods group vice president and chief marketing officer for retail, is retiring after 35 years with the company.Read More
Yum Brands CEO reveals retirement plan David Gibbs plans to retire from the company in early 2026. SF&WB Staff March 31, 2025 David Gibbs declares his intention to retire after 36 years with Yum Brands.Read More
Hormel Foods reveals retail leadership appointments The company has promoted Scott Weisenbeck to vice president of marketing – retail. SF&WB Staff March 19, 2025 Joe O'Connor moves to role of vice president of emerging brands – retail. Read More
Almond Board announces 2025 Leadership Program class The new class comes from diverse backgrounds across the industry. SF&WB Staff February 3, 2025 The 16th class of professionals begins a year-long immersion to become the next leaders of the California almond industry.Read More
Hormel president and CEO announces retirement The company is seeking a successor for James P. Snee. SF&WB Staff January 14, 2025 James P. Snee to retire at the end of fiscal 2025, following a 36-year career with the company.Read More
Wixon names chief financial officer Brad Netzel joins Wixon. SF&WB Staff January 7, 2025 The newly appointed CFO offers more than 20 years of public accounting and consulting experience.Read More
Portillo's taps chief operating officer Tony Darden to oversee Portillo's operational strategy, execution. SF&WB Staff December 4, 2024 Former Jack in the Box executive Tony Darden joins the Portillo's leadership team.Read More