Tyson Foods Announces Proven New Team to Lead the Way Forward
February 14 2017 - 3:10PM
Enhanced Structure Positions the Company for
Growth by Elevating Focus on Consumers, Customers, Technology
and Sustainability
After the most successful quarter in company history, Tyson Foods,
Inc. (NYSE:TSN) continues to shape a bright future as one of the
world’s largest food companies. Today, the company unveiled a
proven, new enterprise leadership team to propel the company
forward and accelerate growth. The talented new team brings
together deep and diverse experience, and establishes leading
capabilities for Tyson Foods along the entire food value chain,
from agriculture to dining culture.
Tyson Foods’ new senior leadership team will
increase focus on consumers, customers, technology and
sustainability. Clear priority and accountability in these four
areas, coupled with a structure designed for collaboration and
agile decision-making, position the company for continued success
in a changing market.
Members of the new leadership team, who will report
to President and CEO Tom Hayes, include:
- Sally Grimes, President, North American Retail
- Andy Callahan, President, North American Foodservice &
International
- Noel White, Chief Operations Officer
- Monica McGurk, Chief Growth Officer
- Dennis Leatherby, Chief Financial Officer
- OPEN, Chief Sustainability Officer
- Scott Rouse, Chief Customer Officer
- David Van Bebber, General Counsel
- Devin Graham [Interim], Chief Technology Officer
- Mary Oleksiuk, Chief Human Resources Officer
In connection with these appointments, Tyson Foods
announced the departure of Donnie King, President North American
Operations; Sara Lilygren, Executive Vice President Corporate
Affairs; and Gary Cooper, Chief Information Officer. These
departures will be effective over a period of months to allow
sufficient time for a seamless transition.
“Today’s announcement underscores our commitment to
having the best possible management team in place, which will be
crucial to achieving our objectives and continued excellence,” said
Hayes. “On behalf of the Board and management, I would like to
thank Donnie, Sara and Gary for their hard work and meaningful
contributions to Tyson Foods. As a result of their efforts, we are
well positioned to execute against our priorities and realize
long-term value for our stakeholders. We wish them well.”
Hayes added, “These important changes better align
our management structure to our purpose and strategy. This new
structure and will facilitate efficiency and growth, as well as lay
the foundation for strong leadership and management continuity. I’m
deeply proud that we were able to fill most of these roles from
within, tapping the abundance of talent and dedication we have here
at Tyson Foods.”
About Tyson Foods, Inc.Tyson Foods, Inc., with
headquarters in Springdale, Arkansas, is one of the world's largest
food companies with leading brands such as Tyson®, Jimmy Dean®,
Hillshire Farm®, Sara Lee®, Ball Park®, Wright®, Aidells® and State
Fair®. It’s a recognized market leader in chicken, beef and pork as
well as prepared foods, including bacon, breakfast sausage, turkey,
lunchmeat, hot dogs, pizza crusts and toppings, tortillas and
desserts. The company supplies retail and foodservice customers
throughout the United States and approximately 115 countries. Tyson
Foods was founded in 1935 by John W. Tyson, whose family has
continued to lead the business with his son, Don Tyson, guiding the
company for many years and grandson, John H. Tyson, serving as the
current chairman of the board of directors. At October 1,
2016, the company had approximately 114,000 Team Members employed
at more than 400 facilities and offices in the United States and
around the world. Through its Core Values, Code of Conduct and Team
Member Bill of Rights, Tyson Foods strives to operate with
integrity and trust and is committed to creating value for its
shareholders, customers and Team Members. The company also strives
to be faith-friendly, provide a safe work environment and serve as
stewards of the animals, land and environment entrusted to it.
Contact: Gary Mickelson, 479-290-6111, gary.mickelson@tyson.com
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