London, UK – The food and drink industry has recently witnessed notable senior appointments by some prominent companies. Let us delve into the latest developments in this sector.
First and foremost, Brockmans Gin, based in London, has announced the appointment of Jean-Dominique Andreu as its new managing director. With a remarkable track record of over 30 years in the wine and spirits industry, Andreu brings with him a wealth of experience. He has played a pivotal role in the success of various well-known brands, including Cognac Pierre Ferrand, Plantation Rum, and Citadelle Gin. Most recently, he held the position of Chief Marketing Officer at Cognac Camus Group. Brockmans Gin is confident in Andreu’s innovative and disruptive approach to business, expressing that his expertise in developing premium spirit brands will propel the company’s growth in multiple markets. The company’s founder and executive director, Neil Everitt, has conveyed his enthusiasm for this new appointment, anticipating that Andreu’s leadership will drive the company’s expansion as its products continue to be available at various retailers and exported to Europe and North America.
Furthermore, the Hain Celestial Group has appointed Chris Jenkins as its global head of impact. In this role, Jenkins will be entrusted with the task of overseeing the company’s global impact strategy and spearheading sustainability and well-being initiatives across a range of renowned brands, including Ella’s Kitchen, Cully & Sully, Linda McCartney, Terra, Earth’s Best, and Yves. Jenkins has a strong background in sustainability and has been instrumental in driving impactful initiatives at Ella’s Kitchen, particularly in the brand’s climate action strategy and B-Corp certification. Jenkins has underscored the significance of businesses taking a proactive role in addressing social and environmental challenges. His commitment to effecting meaningful change on a global scale has been widely acknowledged. Hain’s chief legal and corporate affairs officer, Kristy Meringolo, has expressed confidence in Jenkins, citing his successful track record in advancing purpose and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) work.
In addition to the aforementioned appointments, leading F&B manufacturer Princes Group has confirmed its impending sale to Italian firm Newlat Food.
These recent developments underscore the sustained growth and momentum within the food and drink manufacturing industry. The new leadership appointments bring a wealth of experience and expertise, positioning these companies for continued success in the future. It will be intriguing to observe how these changes will shape the industry in the forthcoming months and years.