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BlueTriton Brands has announced the appointment of Joey Bergstein as its chief executive officer, effective 28 November 2023.

Bergstein will step down from his role as the CEO at Sabra Dipping Company, a US-based producer of hummus and guacamole, a position he has held since 2021. Before joining Sabra, Bergstein held the position of senior vice president at Diageo from 2003 to 2011. Prior to that, he served as VP of marketing and VP of global business development at Molson Coors from 2001 to 2003. Bergstein said: "I'm honoured to bring my experience to bear at BlueTriton, where we are working to build a better water company and be a force for good. We have an amazing responsibility to help conserve, protect and responsibly package our natural resources for the long term while providing healthy hydration to millions. I am excited for the next chapter of BlueTriton and look forward to building on our foundation and positioning it for long-term growth and success." Dean Metropoulos, chairman of BlueTriton's board of directors, commented: "With more than 30 years of experience building and leading iconic consumer goods brands focused on sustainability, governance and corporate culture, Joey embodies what it means to be a purpose-driven CEO. His ability to help companies achieve commercial success while making a meaningful difference in the world is perfectly aligned with BlueTriton's leadership priorities and principles." Kimberly D. Reed, member of BlueTriton's board of directors, added: "Joey has a proven ability to enhance businesses by establishing a clear strategy, building trust and driving results for stakeholders. The combination of his background leading sustainability-focused brands and his expertise in the consumer and beverage space makes him the ideal leader for BlueTriton as we look to differentiate ourselves within the category and continue to grow."