Daniel Calderoni appointed CEO at KIND North America
KIND Snacks (KIND) announced the appointment of Daniel Calderoni as chief executive officer of KIND North America.
Calderoni brings more than 20 years of global and in his new role will report to Blas Maquivar, global president of Health and Wellness, Mars Snacking.
“We’re extremely pleased to welcome Daniel to KIND and the Mars Health & Wellness leadership team,” said Maquivar. “Daniel is highly regarded as a purpose and people-first leader, and we are excited that he brings a tremendous track record of growth to the KIND business.”
In his role as CEO, Calderoni will lead KIND North America’s efforts to continue advancing the brand’s mission of crafting snacks that taste good, feel good and do good and building on the long-standing legacy of creating a kinder and healthier world.
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“I believe an organization’s purpose should be its true differentiator,” said Calderoni upon his appointment. “That’s why I’m thrilled to join the leadership team at KIND Snacks, a brand whose products bring all KINDs of good to the world. KIND sparked the growth of an entirely new healthy snacking category back in 2004, and I’m eager to take part in leading the brand into its next chapter as we shape the future of snacking."
Calderoni served as the general manager for Mars Pet Nutrition in Canada where he was responsible for overseeing the Canadian market for Pet Nutrition. Prior to joining Mars Pet Nutrition in Canada, Calderoni served as vice-president of emerging markets for pet nutrition in support of their global growth strategy.
