The latest news, trends, analysis, interviews and podcasts from the global food and beverage industry

The appointment follows news last week that McGuinness would step down from Impossible Foods after four years as chief executive officer.

Yili Group has appointed Alex Turnbull as CEO to lead its five New Zealand companies: Westland Milk Products, Oceania Dairy, Canary, EasiYo and Pure Nutrition.

Swiss packaging solutions specialist Corvaglia Group has announced the appointment of Marcel Dissel as chief executive officer, as well as several leadership team changes.

Mars has announced the appointment of Chris Sackree as global vice president supply for Mars Food & Nutrition.

Nestlé UK & Ireland has announced three senior leadership appointments spanning its coffee, manufacturing and foodservice operations.

Hilltop Food Group has announced the promotion of Tom Delaney to chief executive officer, as founder Scott Davies transitions into the role of executive chairman.

Impossible Foods has announced that its current CEO, Peter McGuinness, will step down after nearly four years leading the plant-based protein company.

Mondelēz International has appointed long-serving finance chief Luca Zaramella as chief operating officer in addition to his role as chief financial officer.

General Mills has announced the election of Joan Bottarini to its board of directors, effective 26 January 2026.

The Simply Good Foods Company has appointed former executive Joe Scalzo as president and chief executive officer, effective immediately.

UK food manufacturer The Compleat Food Group has appointed former Marks & Spencer executive Sue Bell as its first chief technical officer.

Mermaid Gin has tapped former Moët Hennessy USA chief Jim Clerkin as CEO, aiming to accelerate the British premium gin brand’s growth in the US market.