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🍫 Restructuring in Motion: Nestlé’s Response to a Changing Consumer Landscape 🍫 Today, Nestlé announced a major restructuring that will see around 16,000 roles (roughly 6% of its global workforce) cut over the next two years. This decision, driven by new CEO Philipp Navratil, signals a pivotal moment for the Swiss food giant as it works to modernise operations and improve efficiency. Navratil’s statement captures the tone of this change perfectly: “The world is changing, and Nestlé needs to change faster.” Behind this announcement lies a much bigger story. Global brands are facing unprecedented pressure - from inflation, shifting consumer habits, and the demand for more sustainable and digital-first operations. This move shows how even the most established companies are having to rethink how they operate, innovate, and compete. This is not just a cost-cutting exercise - it’s a test of how a 150-year-old global leader reinvents itself for the next era of competition. #foodandbeveragenews #restructuring #transformation #qlmsearch

✨𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀✨ Nomad Foods has announced the appointment of Dominic Brisby as its next Chief Executive Officer succeeding Stefan Descheemaeker, who will retire on 1st January 2026. Mr. Brisby brings extensive experience across the global consumer goods sector. As President of North America and Europe at Flora Food Group, he led record market share growth in North America and drove strong performance in Europe through strategic transformation and brand innovation. He previously held the position of Interim Co-CEO and Regional President at Imperial Brands where he delivered record profit growth in the U.S. His proven leadership and commercial expertise will be key as Nomad Foods continues to build on its growth momentum and deliver long-term value for shareholders and consumers alike. Congratulations to Dominic and also to Stefan on his retirement! 👏 #foodandbeveragenews #newexecutiveappointments #leadership #qlmsearch

✨𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀✨ Liquid Death has appointed Ricky Khetarpaul as Chief Financial Officer bringing more than 20 years of experience across leading beverage brands! Ricky Khetarpaul joins from Health-Ade, where he was instrumental in building the company into the market’s top-performing kombucha brand. His career also includes senior roles at Lavazza North America and PepsiCo, where he managed large revenue portfolios and helped scale household name brands. As Liquid Death continues to expand into new categories including the fast-growing energy drink market, Khetarpaul’s strategic and financial leadership will be central to driving the company’s next phase of growth and innovation. Congratulations! 👏 #foodandbeveragenews #newexecutiveappointments #leadership #qlmsearch

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✨𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀✨ PepsiCo has announced its next Chief Financial Officer. Congratulations to Steve Schmitt who starts his new role next month! #foodandbeveragenews #newexecutiveappointments #leadership #qlmsearch

🍦 Private equity innovation in action: PAI’s €3.6bn Froneri restructuring 🍦 PAI Partners has completed a €3.6 billion equity transaction to restructure its ownership in Froneri, the global ice cream powerhouse it co-owns with Nestlé! As part of the transaction, Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) joins as a significant minority investor alongside a continuation vehicle led by Goldman Sachs Alternatives - one of the largest of its kind in Europe. With €5.5bn in annual revenues across 25 markets, Froneri has become a rare success story of private equity in branded consumer goods, scaling from a regional ice cream manufacturer into a global powerhouse. Commenting on the news, co-managing partner at PAI Partners Frédéric Stevenin said: “Froneri is a clear example of PAI’s ability to create and grow global champions in the consumer sector. Since we first partnered with Nestlé in 2016, the business has successfully expanded into new markets, strengthened its branded portfolio and established itself as a global leader.” This feels like another sign of how private equity is changing pace, less about quick exits, more about building on proven success. Froneri’s next chapter will be one to watch! #foodandbeveragenews #privateequity #icecream #ownership #restructure #qlmsearch

🚀 FY24: Our first full year as Pilgrim’s Europe It’s been a year of innovation, investment and growth – despite tough market headwinds. And the results speak for themselves: 💷 £4.06 billion in revenues, with profitable growth delivered 🏭 £109m invested across our sites and farms – building capacity, efficiency and supporting future innovation 🌍 Continued investment in sustainability and animal welfare, which directly supported growth 📈 Our brands grew 5.7% year-on-year, with Fridge Raiders® breaking into The Grocer’s Biggest Brands Top 100 ✨ We brought more choice to customers – launching over 700 new products in 2024 Behind the numbers is a clear story: investing in our people, our infrastructure and our brands while helping our customers outperform in a challenging market. None of this would be possible without our brilliant team members, customers, partners and farmers – here’s to building on this momentum in FY25 and beyond. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eR2y8QES  #PilgrimsEurope #Growth #AnnualResults #Sustainability

🍸 Sazerac Company Expands Portfolio with Western Son Vodka 🍸 Western Son, distilled in Texas, has carved out a strong position in the fast-growing flavoured and craft vodka segment. Known for its clean profile and range of fruit forward expressions, the brand has become a favourite among consumers looking for something different from traditional vodka. For Sazerac, which already owns a wide portfolio stretching from Fireball to Buffalo Trace, this looks like a strategic play to deepen its presence in vodka, diversify beyond whiskey and liqueurs and broaden its reach with younger, flavour-driven consumers. Jake Wenz CEO at Sazerac said: "Western Son has created a strong brand and it provides us an opportunity to continue to augment our portfolio, while also adding additional production capacity and capabilities to our network." Another example of consolidation shaping the spirits world, as established giants look to balance heritage brands with high-growth newcomers! #foodandbeveragenews #acquisitions #partnerships #qlmsearch Link to story in comments!

🍋🟩🍋 Florida Food Products, Inc. rebrands as Vibrant Ingredients to Reflect Growth and Innovation🍋🍋🟩 Big news in the ingredients and clean-label space: Florida Food Products, a long established leader in plant-based and natural ingredient solutions, has officially rebranded as Vibrant Ingredients. The new name is designed to capture the company’s evolution from its Florida roots into a global player in clean-label innovation. With more than six decades of history, this rebrand signals both continuity and transformation building on FFP’s reputation while positioning the company for broader reach, expanded offerings and a stronger presence in the fast-growing natural ingredients market. #foodandbeveragenews #ingredients #flavours #rebrand #innovation #qlmsearch

Sysco has agreed a £54m deal to purchase Fairfax Meadow, one of the UK’s best-known catering butchers, from Hilton Foods. Fairfax Meadow will continue to operate under its own brand and leadership, while Sysco strengthens its position in fresh meat manufacturing. 🔎 My take: This deal highlights two major themes in food manufacturing right now – portfolio simplification to sharpen strategic focus, and consolidation in key categories like meat to build scale and resilience. It’s a reminder that the “centre-of-plate” remains one of the most competitive and valuable spaces in foodservice. https://lnkd.in/ejXCF3St