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Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company has announced a planned leadership transition.

Hudsonville Ice Cream has appointed CJ Ellens as its next chief executive officer, effective 1 January 2027.

The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) has appointed Matt Herrick as its next president and chief executive officer, effective 1 January 2027.

The Compleat Food Group has appointed Steve Challouma as its first chief growth officer and Jo Smith as chief product officer.

Swiss chocolate manufacturer Lindt & Sprüngli has announced that group CEO Adalbert Lechner will leave the company, with former CEO Dieter Weisskopf taking over on an interim basis, effective immediately.

Fonterra Co-operative Group has announced that its chief financial officer, Andrew Murray, has resigned to take up a role outside the company.

Frankgerald Stepp will join the McVitie’s owner in January 2027, succeeding Mario Reis.

Catalina Snacks has expanded its leadership structure as the better-for-you cereal and snacks company looks to strengthen its commercial and operational capabilities.

Rip Van has appointed former Hershey US president Todd Tillemans as its new chief executive officer

The Hershey Company has appointed Amanda Almond as president of its international business, effective 12 October 2026, succeeding Rohit Grover, who has held the position for eight years.

Corbion CEO Olivier Rigaud will not seek a third term at the food ingredients company.

Keurig Dr Pepper has appointed Kimberly-Clark executive Russ Torres as chief executive officer of its planned Global Coffee Co.