Watch List: The Ugly CompanyWelcome to the Watch List, where we highlight new, emerging, and creative consumer goods manufacturers and retailers that are leveraging technology for innovative purposes and results. Tyson Foods Names Dean Banks to CEO, Effective OctoberBanks is currently president and a non-independent director, succeeding Noel White who will be elevated to role on board as executive vice chairman. Michael Foods to be Acquired by Post Holdings The $2.45 billion acquisition is expected to be completed in the second quarter of 2014, subject to customary closing conditions. PepsiCo Invests in 10 Start-Ups PepsiCo announces the 10 start-up companies from across Europe that will make up PepsiCo10 a program designed to discover and support emerging technology companies. PepsiCo Issues Open Call for Innovation A new program welcomes outside innovation into the organization to push its marketing and communications expertise to new levels.
