SPRINGDALE, ARK. — Tyson Foods Inc. announced the hiring of Megan Britt as its vice president of investor relations, effective Jan. 4, 2021. Ms. Britt, who brings 15 years of financial experience to her new role, will be responsible for handling communications with shareholders as well as media relations related to financial matters and both internet and intranet investor content. She will report to Stewart Glendinning, chief financial officer.

“We’re pleased to have Megan join our team as we continue to position Tyson Foods for long-term growth,” Mr. Glendinning said. “We believe her experience and leadership skills will be a great benefit to our investor relationships.”

Ms. Britt most recently was vice president of investor relations at Corteva Agriscience. She earlier was a global venture leader at DuPont and also spent time as director of investment management and senior finance manager of decision analysis at DuPont Pioneer.

She received a bachelor’s degree and master’s degree in agricultural and applied economics at Texas Tech University.