As an extension of its successful open innovation program, the company seeks to connect with partners who have digital marketing technologies focusing on video, social, mobile and gaming.
Irene Rosenfeld will lead the global snacks company as Chairman and CEO. Meanwhile, a CEO and Chairman have been named for the North American grocery company.
The candidate brings over 25 years of beverage industry experience from companies such as Sobe, Glaceau Vitamin Water, Fuze, Function Drinks, and Mistic Brands.
The Kraft Foods Foundation is expanding its global effort to encourage healthy lifestyles, investing more than $7 million in new programs in France, Germany, Italy and Spain.
The move, by Sara Lee and its Norwegian joint venture partner Kaffehuset Friele, is expected to strengthen the partners' out-of-home business in Norway and Denmark.
Customer satisfaction is going nowhere mirroring the economy and contributing to its frailty. But there are some shining stars: Heinz leads the industry for a 12th straight year. Here is a look at customer satisfaction leaders and laggards for the third quarter of 2011.
