Wessanen UK has announced that McCormick’s former UK general manager Emma Vass has been appointed as the company’s new CEO.
Vass has over 20 years of experience in the industry, including time spent at Mars, Premier Foods and as the UK commercial director of Danone’s dairy division.
She will take control of Wessanen’s four UK brands – Whole Earth, Kallo, Clipper Teas and Mrs Crimble’s.
Vass succeeds Patrick Cairns as CEO after he stepped down from the role in 2017.
Gill Green – Wessanen’s UK marketing director – had been acted as the company’s interim CEO, and she will continue in her role as marketing director once Vass assumes her position.
Vass said: “Wessanen’s clarity of vision and passion for its products and people shines through in all that the company does. The authenticity of the brands here in the UK truly resonates with today’s consumers who are looking for honest, natural brands they can connect with.
“I am excited to join this dynamic and pioneering business at this key time and to have the opportunity to facilitate further growth and innovation.”
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