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DSM-Firmenich’s chair of the board of directors, Thomas Leysen (pictured above), has decided to retire from his role once his successor has been elected by the company’s shareholders.

Packaging group SIG has today (17 August 2026) announced that its chief financial officer, Ann-Kristin Erkens, will take on the role of chief executive officer, effective immediately.

Olipop has appointed former Electrolit CEO Christian Patiño Webb as its new chief executive officer, as the functional soda brand strengthens its leadership team to support its next phase of growth.

Oterra has appointed Susanne Arfelt Rajamand as its new chief executive officer, taking up the role on 12 October 2026.

Celsius Holdings has announced a series of senior leadership changes as it continues to develop its multi-brand energy drinks portfolio.

JBS has appointed Wesley Batista Filho as its new global CEO, effective January 2027, as part of a planned leadership transition.

Finnish food group Raisio has appointed Elli Siltala as its new chief executive officer, effective 1 September 2026.

B&G Foods has announced that president and CEO Kenneth 'Casey' Keller will retire after five years.

Jungbunzlauer has appointed Marcus von Twistern as executive vice president (EVP) operations.

Ehrmann Cornish Dairy has promoted chief commercial officer Ed Watts to CEO, effective immediately.

Natural ingredients producer Kalsec has appointed Greg Shewchuk as executive vice president and chief commercial officer.

Hormel Foods has appointed John Ghingo as its new president and chief executive officer, with the leadership change set to take effect on 26 October.