Jim Perdue, chairman of Perdue Farms, promoted Randy Day to chief executive officer of Perdue Farms, effective immediately. Day has served as chief operating officer since May 2016. He will also serve on the company's board of directors.

Welch's appointed David Eisen as Chief Marketing Officer. Eisen was promoted to this role, having joined Welch’s in 2015 as general manager of beverages.

Freed brings more than 6 years of confectionery product development experience to the AAK team, from companies like International Flavors & Fragrances and Uncle Dave’s Ice Cream.  Most recently, Freed developed and played a key role in launching innovative confectionery products at Barry Callebaut. 

The new team balances continuity in key positions through exceptional leaders from within the company and world-class talent from outside of Hershey. 

Campbell Soup Company President and Chief Executive Officer Denise Morrison and Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Anthony DiSilvestro provided an overview of the company’s strategic direction during the Consumer Analyst Group of New York (CAGNY) Conference in Boca Raton, Fla.  

Tyson Foods president and CEO Tom Hayes outlined his vision for how the company will shape the future of food. Speaking at the 2017 Consumer Analyst Group of New York (CAGNY) Conference along with Sally Grimes, president of Tyson’s retail business, Hayes said the company is strong today and will lead for tomorrow by growing its portfolio of protein-packed brands and delivering sustainable food at scale.

Expanding the ranks of its executive leadership, Rich Products Corporation announced the promotion of two longtime, senior-level associates to fill two newly created Executive Vice President positions at the Buffalo-based, global food company.

Naturex, a global natural specialty ingredients company, added Mary T. Clarke and Reza Kamarei, PhD, to its team of high-profile senior executives.

Tyson Foods, Inc. unveiled a new enterprise leadership team to propel the company forward and accelerate growth. The new team brings together diverse experience, and establishes leading capabilities for Tyson Foods along the entire food value chain, from agriculture to dining culture.

Huffman brings more than 20 years of experience in development of ingredient sales in previously-held positions including Director of Specialty Sales for Ardent Mills and Director of Business Development at ConAgra Mills.