Nellson Nutraceutical LLC, the full-service nutritional bar and powder provider in North America, announced the appointment of Jean Filion to chief executive officer. He succeeds Jamie Better, effective today. Since 2015, Jean has served as president of Nellson Canada and chief operating officer of Nellson. Jamie Better will assume the role of executive chairman of Nellson.
“Since joining our company in 2015 with Nellson’s acquisition of Multibar where he served as CEO, Jean has done an exceptional job overseeing our footprint transformation. This includes the construction and ramp-up of our world-class bar facility in Ontario, California and the consolidation of two legacy facilities, as well as the operational integration of three acquisitions,” said Better. “I am excited to turn over the reins to such an operationally talented leader who, together with Chief Commercial Officer Bart Child, can take Nellson to the next level of growth.”
“I am honored by the opportunity to succeed Jamie in leading this incredible company,” said Filion. “Nellson is poised for significant ongoing growth, and I look forward to partnering with our experienced management team and Jamie as we continue to expand our capabilities and deliver value for our customers.”
Seth Hollander, partner of Kohlberg & Company, Nellson’s majority owner commented, “On behalf of the Board of Directors of Nellson, I wish to thank Jamie for his distinguished service to the company and look forward to his continued role as executive chairman. Under his leadership, the business tripled in size, assembled a bi-coastal network of co-manufacturing facilities, and built a first-rate leadership team.”
