Change of Leadership at Campbell
Douglas Conant, will step down as chief executive of Campbell Soup Company next July, at the end of the company’s financial year. Denise Morrison, president of Campbell’s North American soup, sauces and beverages business, has been appointed executive vice president and chief operating Officer in anticipation of her election to succeed Douglas Conant as chief executive at the beginning of fiscal 2012.
In her new role, Denise Morrison will be responsible for leading all of the company’s global businesses. The businesses in the North America soup, sauces and beverages division, the international division and Pepperidge Farm will report directly to her. She will also oversee corporate strategy, research and development and global marketing services.
