Refreshment focuses on the water dispenser/cooler, office coffee service and vending sectors, while also taking an in-depth look into products for vending from bottled water and drinks, to snacks and confectionery. It also focuses on hydration, health and wellness, new technologies and environmental and social responsibility issues.
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Typhoo appoints former Burts Snacks chief as new CEO
UK tea brand Typhoo has appointed former Burts Snacks chief executive, Dave McNulty, as its new CEO.
JAB to buy Mondelēz's €2.16bn stake in JDE Peet's, new CEO announced
JAB has agreed to purchase Mondelēz International's 86 million shares in JDE Peet’s for €25.10 per share.
Swire Coca-Cola appoints Kendell as CEO, Hempstead as CFO
Swire Coca-Cola USA has appointed Andrea Kendell as president and chief executive officer.
Starbucks appoints John Elliott as VP of technology for EMEA
Starbucks has appointed John Elliott, the former chief technology officer of Sainsbury’s, as VP of technology for the EMEA region.
Bevi appoints Cathy Lewenberg as CEO
Bevi, a US-based company specialising in smart watercoolers, has appointed Cathy Lewenberg as its new chief executive officer.
Lipton Teas and Infusions CEO Nathalie Roos to step down
Nathalie Roos is stepping down as chief executive officer of Lipton Teas and Infusions for personal reasons.
Krispy Kreme appoints new president for UK and Ireland amid leadership transition
Krispy Kreme has announced the appointment of Guy Meakin as the new president of Krispy Kreme UK & Ireland, effective early November.
Emma Chamberlain and Gustav Hossy appointed co-CEOs of Chamberlain Coffee
Emma Chamberlain, alongside Gustav Hossy, has been named co-CEO of Chamberlain Coffee, five years after founding the company.
Interview: Shaping the future of the global beverage sector
In an interview with Scott Johnson from Enliven, we explored his insights into the rapidly evolving beverage industry.
Espresso House appoints former McDonald’s executive Thomas Kelly as group CEO
Nordic coffeehouse chain Espresso House has appointed Thomas Kelly as its new group chief executive officer, effective from September.
Nestlé CEO Mark Schneider steps down, Laurent Freixe to take the helm
Nestlé has announced a major leadership transition, with CEO Mark Schneider stepping down after eight years in the role.
