Corporate Strategy

CGT CIO of the Year 2020: Mark Vaupel, Hormel Foods
It’s entirely fitting that this year’s CGT CIO of the Year winner would be someone who effected great change through digital transformation.
Coca-Cola to Reorganize its Business, Realign Workforce for Future Growth
The food and beverage giant announces plans to establish new operating units and category leads supported by a new platform services organization, and a newly aligned workforce.

Jim Andrew Named Chief Sustainability Officer at PepsiCo

Jim Andrew has been named chief sustainability officer at PepsiCo, replacing the retiring Simon Lowden.
Diageo Picks Up Ryan Reynolds’ Spirits Brand

Diageo will acquire Aviation Gin and Davos Brands in a potential $610 million cash deal.
Wolverine Names New President; Teams for Predictive Analytics

Wolverine World Wide named Brendan L. Hoffman as its new president.
Kraft Heinz Turnaround Marches On with New Leadership Additions

The Kraft Heinz Company bolstered its leadership team as part of the next phase of its turnaround strategy, naming a new president of U.S. sales and a new U.S. chief growth officer.
Joel Warady Named President at Catalina Snacks

Warady brings more than three decades of experience in marketing, sales, operations and strategy within the consumer goods industry.
Fast-Moving CG Execs: Ocean Spray, Clorox, Tyson, 3M, ZenWTR, Sauer

It's been a busy time of new roles in the consumer goods industry, so we've rounded up some of the latest appointments and promotions.
Edgewell Picks Up CREMO

The addition of CREMO’s “barber-grade” beard, hair, shave prep and skin care products will complement such other Edgewell brands as Jack Black and Bulldog.
Clorox Promotes Rendle to CEO as Sales Soar During Pandemic

Clorox president Linda Rendle has been elevated to CEO and will join the board of directors, taking the reins as the company navigates the challenges of meeting sky-high demand during the pandemic.