Farmer Focus announced significant changes in its executive team, as Stephen Shepard takes over as chief executive officer.

The move was first announced in April 2023 when Randy Day decided to retire.

Dueñas has been president and CEO of Einstein Bros. Bagels, which is part of Panera Brands Inc., since 2019.

Sebastian “Seb” Siethoff most recently was general manager of Ball Corp. for nearly three years.

Randy Day, the company's current CEO, is retiring this summer.

Tim Mulhere will assume the CEO role on April 24, succeeding Dan Taft, who is expected to retire after 24 years at the company.

Hein Schumacher has been named the new chief executive officer of Unilever PLC.

Jeff Frank has been named chief executive officer of Organic Valley, effective Jan. 23.

US Foods Holding Corp. announced on Nov. 28 that Dave Flitman would become the company’s chief executive officer starting on Jan. 5, 2023.

Inflation will carry over into 2023, and “it’s anybody’s guess” when it stops and allows Sensient Technologies Corp. to moderate its price increases, said Paul Manning, president and chief executive officer.