GODIVA has officially named Nurtac Ziyal Afridi as CEO after she served at the company’s helm for two months in the interim.

The Hershey Co. has announced that Damien Atkins, senior v.p., general counsel and corporate secretary, is resigning due to family illness, effective Jan. 31, 2021.

Somers is the first woman to join Alter Eco’s board, bringing over 30 years of consumer products and technology experience, including senior roles in the confectionery, beverage, personal care and direct-to-consumer software industries.

With 20 years of experience in the food industry, Thompson has helped guide FONA with his diverse background knowledge and growth mindset.

Clevenger will support NCA’s political efforts and manage NCA’s CandyPAC, the confectionery industry’s political action committee and one of the top five largest food and beverage PACs.

Willingham will lead the U.S. chapter of Fairtrade International in increasing brand awareness and engagement with consumers and businesses.

Aldo Cristiano, head of institutional affairs for Ferrero Germany, has been elected as president of CAOBISCO, succeeding Mary Barnard, president of U.S. sales at Mondelēz International.

Zacharias will lead trade marketing, category management and shopper marketing for Ferrero’s portfolio.

Lisa Boon, event planning manager for Retail Confectioners International, has resigned to stay home with her two young sons. Her last day with the organization is May 15.

In this newly created role, Franks will be responsible for advancing operational excellence for GODIVA across every global market.