United Sugars Corporation, leading marketer of sugar, today announced a key hire and a promotion at its Bloomington, Minnesota headquarters. Matt Wineinger will join United Sugars in June as President, succeeding retiring John Doxsie, and Dirk Swart was named Executive Vice President of Industrial Sales and Marketing.

Archer Daniels Midland Company announced that Greg Mills has been named president, Golden Peanut and Tree Nuts. In his new position, Mills will be responsible for all Golden Peanut and Tree Nuts operations, business development, sales, marketing and distribution activities.

AAK, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of high value-added specialty vegetable fats, announced the addition of Leaslie Carr to its team. Ms. Carr will assume the role of Marketing Manager, AAK USA Inc. and be based in Edison, New Jersey.

Mars Chocolate announced that the company met a significant benchmark in ensuring the sustainability of edible peanuts. In 2014, 51 percent of the peanuts used for the company’s U.S. products were high-oleic acid peanuts (HOAPs), helping the company keep pace with increasing product demand.

The announcement of the Liquid Asset Brands Innovation Fund I comes just days after the announced sale of Louisville-based Angel’s Share Brands LLC (Angel’s Envy™ Bourbon and Angel’s Envy™ Rye) to Bacardi Limited for an undisclosed amount.

Mr. Paraskevakos has been the president of the IPA’s Board of Directors and has served on the IPA’s board for 6 years.

Molson Coors Brewing Company announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Coors Brewing Company d/b/a Molson Coors International (MCI), has acquired Mount Shivalik Breweries Ltd. (MSBL).

Founded more than 130 years ago, Ottens Flavors is a privately-held company headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. Ottens Flavors is well-known for its diverse flavors technologies and outstanding customer service. Ottens Flavors’ customer base includes a strong portfolio of key US-based accounts, which complements IFF’s portfolio well.

Mérieux NutriSciences Corporation announce the acquisition of ABC Research Holding Co., LLC in Gainesville, FL.

Last month was hectic. Several key conferences and expos land in March, and they provide material to keep food and beverage industry editors busy all year.