Ashworth announced that CEO and President Vincent Moretti plans to retire on June 21, 2023. The board intends to elect Paul Nunes to succeed Moretti. Nunes has been with Ashworth since 1994, having held several roles including Controller and Vice President of Finance.
Nigel Roberts retired on September 30, after 45 years with Baker Perkins. As he departed, he shared how close he became with his colleagues and partners throughout this journey.
Bradley K. Alexander, Flowers Foods’ chief operating officer, will retire from the company at the end of the year, after 41 years of service. On January 1, 2023, Heeth Varnedoe, the company’s current chief transformation officer, will succeed Alexander as COO.
Reading Bakery Systems (RBS) announced that John Eshelman, director of pretzel & snack equipment sales, retired on March 31 after 30 years with the company.