Hormel Foods Corporation announced a significant leadership transition, appointing Jeffrey M. Ettinger as interim Chief Executive Officer for a 15-month term, effective July 14, 2025. Ettinger, who previously served as the company's CEO from 2005 to 2016 and is a current board member, will oversee corporate functions including finance, legal, and human resources. This move provides experienced leadership during the ongoing search for a permanent CEO, which is now anticipated for October 2026.
Concurrently, John Ghingo, currently Executive Vice President for Retail, has been promoted to President of Hormel Foods, also effective July 14, 2025. Ghingo will join the company's Board of Directors and will directly oversee the Retail, Foodservice, and International business segments, as well as global operations, supply chain, research and development, and corporate strategy functions. His promotion leverages his extensive experience in the consumer packaged goods industry to drive growth.
The appointment of an interim CEO and the promotion of a new President follow the earlier announcement of James P. Snee's retirement at the end of fiscal 2025. The dissolution of the CEO search committee indicates a revised timeline for the permanent leadership transition. This dual appointment aims to ensure continuity and strategic execution during this transitional period for the company.
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