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SVZ appoints Johan Cerstiaens as managing director amid expansion plans

SVZ appoints Johan Cerstiaens as managing director amid expansion plans

SVZ International, a supplier of premium fruit and vegetable ingredients, has announced the appointment of Johan Cerstiaens as its new managing director, effective immediately.

Peggy Poole assumes leadership as Institute of Food Technologists president

Peggy Poole assumes leadership as Institute of Food Technologists president

IFT, a non-profit organisation dedicated to advancing food science, has announced the appointment of Dr Margaret Poole as its 86th president.

Stefan Laackmann appointed MD and spokesperson for GoodMills Innovation

Stefan Laackmann appointed MD and spokesperson for GoodMills Innovation

GoodMills Innovation, a player in the grain processing sector, has appointed Stefan Laackmann as managing director and spokesperson for the management board.

Nestlé appoints Philipp Navratil as CEO following dismissal of Laurent Freixe

Nestlé appoints Philipp Navratil as CEO following dismissal of Laurent Freixe

Nestlé has announced the immediate dismissal of CEO Laurent Freixe following an internal investigation into a breach of the company’s code of conduct related to a personal relationship with a subordinate.

Marc Busain to depart Heineken for CEO role at Lipton Teas and Infusions

Marc Busain to depart Heineken for CEO role at Lipton Teas and Infusions

Marc Busain, president of the Americas for Heineken, will step down effective 1 October 2025, to assume the role of chief executive officer at Lipton Teas and Infusions.

DSM-Firmenich revamps executive committee to drive growth in nutrition and health

DSM-Firmenich revamps executive committee to drive growth in nutrition and health

DSM-Firmenich has announced significant changes to its executive committee, effective today (Monday 1 September 2025).

Danone accelerates Renew strategy with leadership structure across global regions

Danone accelerates Renew strategy with leadership structure across global regions

Danone is poised to enhance its market agility and product innovation as it announces a strategic restructuring of its leadership and operational framework.

Coca-Cola appoints Luis Felipe Avellar as president of Africa operating unit

Coca-Cola appoints Luis Felipe Avellar as president of Africa operating unit

The Coca-Cola Company has announced the appointment of Luis Felipe Avellar as president of its Africa operating unit, effective September 1 2025.

Ryan Smith named as Rubix Foods’ new CEO

Ryan Smith named as Rubix Foods’ new CEO

Abor Investment’s Rubix Food, a provider of flavour and functional ingredient solutions, has announced the appointment of Ryan Smith as its new chief executive officer.

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