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The Hershey Company has appointed Heather Hoytink as President, US, effective 8 July 2026.

The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) has appointed Heather Soubra as senior vice president, strategic initiatives and industry relations.

Heineken has named Rafael Oliveira, chief executive of JDE Peet's, as its next chair of the executive and CEO.

Ocean Spray Cranberries has appointed consumer packaged goods veteran Abigail Buckwalter as its new president and chief executive officer.

AB InBev has appointed Dirk Van de Pu as chairman of its board, effective 16 June 2026.

FrieslandCampina has unveiled a series of leadership changes and governance appointments designed to ensure continuity and stability.

Mondelēz International has appointed Amit Banati as executive vice president and chief financial officer, effective 1 July.

Fonterra Cooperative Group has announced permanent changes to its leadership structure following interim appointments made in April 2026.

Tyson Foods has announced another executive leadership change, appointing Wes Morris as chief operating officer (COO), weeks after naming Jeff Schomburger as its next president and chief executive officer.

Finnish dairy and food company Valio has announced that CEO Annikka Hurme will retire at the end of 2026 after more than three decades with the company.

General Mills has announced the appointment of Erasmo Nuzzi as its new managing director for UK and Ireland.

Nestlé UK & Ireland has appointed Gordon Yule as business executive officer for its newly created Nutrition & Health business, effective 1 June 2026.