Corporate Strategy

Karen Smith Named EVP Supply Chain for Kontoor Brands
Karen Smith has been named executive VP of supply chain at Kontoor Brands, succeeding the retiring Randy Fortenberry.
Brown-Forman to Elevate CIO to Executive Leadership Team, Transition CFO
The inclusion of the CIO role reflects the rapidly changing technology and digital transformation impact on the business according to CEO Lawson Whiting.

Vera Bradley & Ulta Beauty Nab Retail CIO of the Year Awards

Now in its 10th year, the awards are given to retail CIOs who have demonstrated an innovative use of technology that has moved their retail organization forward. The 2021 winning duo include Vera Bradley Inc. CIO Adam Fox and Ulta Beauty CIO Elliott Rodgers.
Kantar Acquiring Numerator

Data analytics and brand consulting group Kantar will acquire Numerator, a market intelligence company, from Vista Equity Partners.
Capitol Hill, CPG Industry Vet to Lead Consumer Brands Association Advocacy Efforts

A skilled government affairs and communications strategist, the exec has extensive legal and policy experience and has provided analysis of complex federal issues for committees and members of Congress.
Russ Torres Named Group President at Kimberly-Clark

Kimberly-Clark continues to make changes to its leadership structure.
Impossible Foods Taps Former Apple Leader As CXO

At Impossible Foods, Turner will be tasked with building awareness for the plant-based food brand, which launched its first national advertising campaign last week and is reportedly preparing to go public.
Conagra Snags Coca-Cola’s Chaly Jo Moyen as Chief Strategy Officer & President for Int’l

Chaly Jo Moyen will join Conagra Brands as chief strategy officer and president, foodservice and international, a new role for the company.
Inside Mondelez’s New Snackable Security Training

Mondelēz International is rethinking the way it tackles cybersecurity awareness training for its associates after its once-a-year program simply wasn’t cutting it.
Mars Bolsters Digital Petcare Team With Jessica Hauff and Travis Reaves

Mars Inc. boosted its Pet Nutrition North America leadership team with the addition of two new digital hires, a pair of notable additions as the pet category experiences record growth.