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JBS USA Announces New CEO
JBS USA today announced that current Chief Executive Officer Tim Schellpeper has made the decision to retire from his role effective May 1, 2023.
Wesley Batista Filho, with more than 13 years of experience in the company, will assume the role of CEO of JBS USA.
“We thank Tim for all of his contributions to the success of JBS USA during his tenure,” said Gilberto Tomazoni, JBS Global CEO. “Tim came out of retirement to join our team, producing record results as the head of our Fed Beef business...
Wayne-Sanderson Farms Identifies New Senior Leadership
The nation’s third largest poultry producer, Wayne-Sanderson Farms, has announced changes to its senior leadership team, including the retirements of Bryan Miller, senior vice president of quality assurance and food safety, and David Malfitano, chief human resources officer, after over 35 years of collective service to the company. In April, Miller was succeeded by Dr. Juan “Juanfra” DeVillena, while Malfitano was succeeded by Pamela Roach.
Since joining the company in 2004, DeVillena has served in various roles with increasing levels of responsibility at the...
Perdue Farms CEO Randy Day Announces Retirement
Perdue Farms, the 103-year-old, family-owned company and fourth-largest producer of chicken products in the United States, today announced the intention of Randy Day, CEO, to retire this summer. Day, who has worked at Perdue for more than 40 years, has served as CEO since 2017. He will remain in his current role to assist Kevin McAdams, COO and President, in the succession transition.
“I have spent my entire adult career at Perdue, and I love this company. After 43 years...
Lynn McKee, Aramark Executive Vice President of Human Resources, Announces Her Retirement
After 42 years of stellar service to Aramark (NYSE: ARMK), Lynn McKee, Executive Vice President for Human Resources, has announced her intention to retire at the end of this calendar year. Abigail Charpentier, currently serving as Senior Vice President of Human Resources and Diversity for the U.S. Food & Facilities business, has been named Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, effective January 1, 2023. Charpentier will report to CEO John Zillmer.
“Few people have careers they can look back on with as much pride as..."
Publix Lakeland Division Vice President to Retire; New Vice President Announced
After 45 years of dedicated service, Publix Super Markets Lakeland Division Vice President Sam Pero has announced his decision to retire at the end of this year.
Pero, 60, began his Publix career in 1977 as a part-time front service clerk in Pembroke Pines, Florida. After working in various retail positions, he was promoted to store manager in 1987 and Lakeland Division district manager in 1994. He was promoted to Jacksonville Division regional director in 2005 and to his current position in 2016. Pero received the 1999 President’s...
Ahold Delhaize announces retirement of Kevin Holt, CEO Ahold Delhaize USA
Ahold Delhaize today announces that Kevin Holt, CEO of Ahold Delhaize USA, plans to retire and step down from the Ahold Delhaize Management Board when his term expires at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of shareholders on April 12, 2023. Ahold Delhaize will nominate JJ Fleeman as member of the Ahold Delhaize Management Board and CEO of Ahold Delhaize USA at the AGM. JJ’s appointment to the Management Board of Ahold Delhaize is subject to shareholder approval at the AGM. After the AGM, Kevin will remain with...
Two Publix Vice Presidents to Retire; New Vice President Announced
Today, Publix Super Markets CEO Todd Jones announced the retirement of two officers and promotion of a new officer.
After 30 years of dedicated service, Vice President of Finance Gino DiGrazia has announced his decision to retire at the end of this year.
DiGrazia, 60, began his Publix career in 1992 as manager of business analysis and reporting in Lakeland, Florida. In 1997, he was promoted to director and to vice president & controller in 2002. In 2012, he was named vice president of finance.
“Gino’s dedication to helping our retail..."
McDonald's Announces Key Changes to Board of Directors
McDonald's Corporation today announced the retirement of Sheila A. Penrose from the McDonald's Board of Directors. The Company also announced the election of Tony Capuano, Marriott International; Jennifer Taubert, Johnson & Johnson; and Amy Weaver, Salesforce, to the Board. Sheila's retirement will be effective September 30 and the election of Tony, Jennifer and Amy takes effect October 1.
"For over 15 years, Sheila has been a deeply committed and highly valued member of our Board. We have all benefited from her thoughtful counsel, strong expertise and unwavering dedication to McDonald's. Through her leadership..."
Hormel Foods Announces Retirement of Gary Jamison, Vice President and Treasurer, After 34 Years
Hormel Foods Corporation, a Fortune 500 global branded food company, today announced that Gary Jamison, vice president and treasurer, will be retiring after a 34-year career with the company. The company also announced it has appointed Florence Makope to succeed Jamison as vice president and treasurer. Makope, who joins Hormel Foods with more than 20 years of finance and treasury experience, will report to Jacinth Smiley, Hormel Foods executive vice president and chief financial officer.
"Gary has provided exceptional leadership to our financial organization, including..."
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