Corporate Governance

With the addition of four leaders, the executive committee is now composed of 13 members and includes the senior-most executives from seven of the company's key functional areas.

Simon Ellis presents a solid business case for inventory optimization adoption among consumer goods manufacturers.

Under the agreement, which runs to 2015, GSI will continue to provide Bath & Body Works' online store (www.bathandbodyworks.com) with e-commerce technology and fulfillment services.

The "PlantBottle" is fully recyclable, has a lower reliance on a non-renewable resource and reduces carbon emissions, compared with petroleum-based PET plastic bottles.

Jones Soda uses a social network advertising company to create innovative ways to market its products.

Integrated solutions from Nielsen are expected to help General Mills drive its brands and customer relationships in the marketplace.

The former Wrigley CEO is expected to bring a wealth of long and varied experience.

Included in the sale are certain worldwide rights to these brands as well as Henkel's Avon, Ohio facility.