Campbell’s Names New President of Meals and Beverages Segment

Risa Cretella will oversee the company's flagship brand, along with Prego, Swanson and V8.

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Campbell’s announced Wednesday that it has appointed Risa Cretella as executive vice president and president of its Meals & Beverages division effective Feb. 1.

Cretella joined Campbell’s last spring following its acquisition of Sovos Brands. She previously served as senior vice president and general manager of distinctive brands within the Meals & Beverages division.

She will now lead a portfolio including the Campbell’s brand, along with Chunky, Pace, Pacific Foods, Prego, Rao’s, Swanson and V8.

She will report to incoming President and CEO Mick Beekhuizen and become a member of the company’s operating committee and a corporate officer.

“Risa is a phenomenal and accomplished leader with a strong record of driving financial and marketplace growth,” Beekhuizen said. “Since joining Campbell’s, she has been instrumental in the successful integration of Sovos Brands, while continuing the momentum of the business. Risa’s proven ability to deliver business results and build high-performance teams makes her the right person to lead our Meals & Beverages division as we continue to transform and grow our categories.”

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