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The BCA appoints Jane Aldridge as association chair
The British Coffee Association (BCA) has confirmed the election of Jane Aldridge, managing director (Coffee) at Nestle UK&I, as the association’s new chair.
Gerra Harrigan appointed JNP Coffee director of sales & strategy
The Sharon, Massachusetts, US resident comes from Mighty Peace, where she was green coffee director, after a long time as a trader with Interamerican Coffee.
NCA appoints Helena Dean as director of integrated communications
In her new senior leadership role at NCA, Dean will be responsible for guiding the organisation’s communications strategy, ensuring alignment with the NCA’s mission and strategic goals.
Roel van Poppel appointed ofi chief sustainability officer
ofi, a supplier of natural food and beverage ingredients, is pleased to announce Roel van Poppel as its chief sustainability officer (CSO).
Blanca Castro appointed new executive director at IWCA
With over 16 years of experience in the coffee sector, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her new role at the International Women’s Coffee Alliance (IWCA).
Erwin Mierisch appointed executive director for COE and ACE
The Cup of Excellence (COE) and the Alliance For Coffee Excellence (ACE) announce that Erwin Mierisch will take over the helm of both organisations as their executive director.
NCA promotes Matthew Cariani to director of education, research, and innovation
The National Coffee Association (NCA) has announced that Matthew Cariani has been promoted to director of education, research, and innovation.
Anna Manz takes up the mantle as Nestlé CFO from François-Xavier Roger
François-Xavier Roger, executive vice president and chief financial officer, has decided to step down, with Anna Manz, joining Nestlé as CFO as soon as she is released from London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG).
British Coffee Association appoints new chair
The British Coffee Association (BCA) has announced the appointment of Dr Krisztina Szalai from Caravela Coffee as the Association’s new Chair.
National Coffee Growers Committee shortlists three candidates for FNC CEO
After extensive debate, the National Committee of Coffee Growers have selected the final shortlist of three candidates for the position of CEO of the Colombian Coffee Growers Federation (FNC).
Costa Coffee announces new CEO
Costa Coffee have announced that Philippe Schaillee will become CEO of the company effective 10 April 2023.
Grand Havana appoints new president and COO
Specialty coffee company, Grand Havana Inc, has appointed Mr Hugo Gutiérrez as president, chief operating officer, and member of the Board.
Vanúsia Maria Carneiro Nogueira first woman to be appointed as executive director of the ICO
With more than twenty years of professional experience in the coffee sector, Nogueira is the first woman to be elected to the position in ICO’s history.
illycaffè appoints Cristina Scocchia as new chief executive officer
Scocchia, a member of illycaffè’s board since 2019, will take the reins from Massimiliano Pogliani, effective 1 January 2022.