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Nomad Foods is expanding its senior leadership structure with a series of executive appointments aimed at sharpening commercial execution and accelerating growth across its European markets.

The frozen food giant, whose portfolio includes brands such as Findus, iglo, Ledo, Frikom, Birds Eye, Aunt Bessie’s and Goodfella’s, has announced the creation of two new regional President roles covering Southern Europe and Central Europe.

Both positions will sit on the company’s Executive Team and report directly to Chief Executive Officer Dominic Brisby.

Jon Fernandez de Barrena will join Nomad Foods on 13 April 2026 as President Southern Europe.

In the newly created role, Fernandez de Barrena will oversee operations across France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Italy, Spain, Portugal and the Adriatics. He joins Nomad Foods from Alvinesa Natural Ingredients, where he has served as Chief Executive Officer since July 2023.

The appointment strengthens Nomad Foods’ leadership presence in a strategically important region as the company looks to deepen market focus and improve local execution.

Nomad Foods has also confirmed plans to appoint a President for Central Europe later this year.

That executive will lead commercial operations across Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Sweden, Finland, Denmark and Norway. Further details on the hire are expected once the appointment is finalised.

“These appointments represent an important step as we continue to strengthen our focus and unlock the full potential of our markets across Europe,” CEO Brisby said.

“Both roles will help sharpen our commercial execution, enhance agility and create greater alignment between our local teams, our brands, and our long-term strategic priorities.”

The announcements follow Nomad Foods’ appointment of Simon Ball as President UK & Ireland in March 2026. Ball is responsible for leading the company’s UK and Irish business, including flagship brands Birds Eye, Aunt Bessie’s and Goodfella’s.

Nomad Foods has also revealed plans to appoint a chief marketing officer.

The future CMO will join the executive team and lead a strengthened marketing organisation spanning brand development, communications, RDQ and innovation. The company said the role is intended to create a more unified marketing function capable of delivering stronger commercial outcomes.