CAMDEN, N.J. — Campbell Snacks has a new leader.
Campbell Soup Co., Camden, N.J., has appointed Valerie Oswalt as executive vice president and president of its snack division. The $3.8 billion division includes brands such as Goldfish, Milano, Pepperidge Farm, Snyder’s of Hanover, Lance, Kettle Brand, Cape Cod, Snack Factory Pretzel and Late July.
"I’m excited to join Campbell, a company with a rich history rooted in iconic brands,” Oswalt said. “The company’s snacks division has delivered impressive growth, and I look forward to working alongside this team and leading this business as we accelerate its momentum.”
Oswalt has more than two decades of experience in the snack food industry and has worked in senior positions at Chicago-based Kraft Foods and Deerfield, Ill.-based Mondelez International. She most recently was the CEO of Century Snacks, a privately held trail mix and nut products company, where she led the turnaround of the business with a portfolio of more than 400 branded, private-label and commercial products, according to Campbell.
Oswalt will report to Mark Clouse, Campbell's president and CEO, and will become a member of the Campbell leadership team and a corporate officer.
“Having worked closely with Val in the past, I have seen firsthand her ability to lead large organizations and deliver strong business results,” Clouse said. “I’m confident that she is the right choice, and a great cultural fit, to grow our differentiated snacks portfolio. Her diverse background and cross-functional expertise will be invaluable to our leadership team and to our company.”
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