Groupe Bonduelle Fresh Americas announced today that Bobby Chacko has been appointed Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. He will also become a member of Groupe Bonduelle's global leadership team. Mr. Chacko will report to Xavier Unkovic, Groupe CEO of France-based Bonduelle. Chacko succeeds Andrea Montagna, who has stepped down after serving as the company's Chief Executive Officer since 2021.
"During his time as CEO of Bonduelle Fresh Americas, Andrea led the company to become a Certified B Corp, while driving branded Bistro bowl growth and efficiencies," said Xavier Unkovic, Global CEO, Groupe Bonduelle. "I appreciate Andrea's many contributions to the company and wish him continued success."
"Bobby brings a dynamic expertise in consumer goods powered by an impressive track record in new product innovation, marketing and growing market share to Bonduelle Fresh Americas," said Unkovic. "I am confident that his background and acumen position him well to lean into the mission of Bonduelle and accelerate the growth of fresh plant-rich meal solutions in the US."
Most recently, Mr. Chacko has held senior leadership roles with category leading global companies including The Coca-Cola Company, Mars Inc, ABInbev, and Ocean Spray. Most recently, Mr Chacko was Managing Partner of Ageya Management, LLC, and has held Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Board positions with The TruRoots Company, and Ocean Spray Cranberries.
Chacko said, "I see Bonduelle Fresh Americas as an innovative company with a relevant mission to inspire the transition to plant-rich foods and deliver only the highest quality products. This mission and focus are strong differentiators to build upon, to drive category growth and consumer delight. I look forward to working closely with the leadership team to drive growth for the company and the brand."
For more information:
David Schraeder
Bonduelle
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