Mondelēz International appointed Filippo Catalano as Chief Information and Digital Officer (CIDO). He reports directly to Chair and Chief Executive Officer Dirk Van de Put. Catalano is tasked with accelerating the company’s global technology transformation for long-term growth. He will join the organization later this year.

Catalano was previously CIDO at Reckitt, where he led the information technology and digital team to improve omnichannel operations, while successfully implementing multiple artificial intelligence, machine learning and advanced analytics platforms and solutions. He also served as Senior Vice President and Global Chief Information Officer at Nestlé, where he led the transformation of technology platforms, data, analytics, e-business, processes and technology skills. Catalano holds a master’s degree in mechanical and energy engineering from Politecnico di Torino.

“We’re delighted to welcome Filippo in further advancing our enterprise-wide technology agenda as a critical enabler of our sustainable growth plan,” Van de Put said. “Filippo’s track record in driving digital transformation in leading consumer packaged goods companies will provide strong leadership to step-change the digital evolution of our business.”

“I am very excited to join Mondelēz International and help the company drive industry-leading technology solutions that grow competitive advantage while helping better connect customers and consumers with the snacking brands they love,” Catalano said.

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