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Unilever Abruptly Ousts CEO to Accelerate Turnaround at The Ben & Jerry’s Parent. Change is never easy, especially at the top. Unilever has announced that CEO Hein Schumacher will step down making way for Fernando Fernandez, a 37-year company veteran and current CFO. This transition signals Unilever's commitment to accelerating its turnaround strategy and driving long-term growth. The board's choice of Fernandez underscores the importance of experience and deep company knowledge in navigating challenges. With his impressive track record and leadership in Unilever’s beauty and wellbeing division, Fernandez is poised to lead the company toward a more focused and agile future. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gNSc7WVx #FlavorWiki #LeadershipChange #Unilever #BusinessStrategy

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FAO Welcomes UN Biodiversity COP16.2, Highlights Agrifood Systems as Key to Achieving Global Biodiversity Goals. At COP16.2 in Rome, FAO joined forces with Colombia and the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) to drive progress with the Agri-NBSAPs Support Initiative. This collaborative effort helps governments include agrifood systems in their National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plans (NBSAPs). Our initiative gives countries tools to build capacity and implement bold strategies that connect agriculture and biodiversity. Governments and farmers alike are working together to align environmental goals with sustainable food production – because the world's challenges require united solutions. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dXz7vqJN #Flavorwiki #PartnershipsForChange #FoodSecurity #GlobalGoals #NaturePositive

FlavorWiki is proud to be part of ESOMAR LATAM 2025 this April in Lima, Peru. The theme, "Altitude," inspires us to aim higher, redefining innovation and exploring fresh insights. We look forward to collaborating with global changemakers and contributing to impactful conversations. Mark your calendars and get the details at: https://lnkd.in/e6MwWJc3 #MarketResearch #Networking #FlavorWiki #ESOMARLATAM2025

UK Food Industry Demands Stronger Protections For Delivery Riders Amid Rising Attacks. Delivery riders are the backbone of the food and grocery industry, ensuring we get meals and essentials delivered right to our doors. But what happens when their safety is put at risk? Over the past six months, attacks on UK delivery riders have surged by 28%. These aren’t just numbers—these are real people facing verbal abuse, physical assaults, theft, and racism while simply doing their jobs. More than 30 leading businesses, including Deliveroo, Pizza Express, and Morrisons, have joined forces to demand stronger protections for riders through the Crime & Policing Bill. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gWq7grRk #FlavorWiki #SafetyAtWork #DeliveryRiders #RightToRideSafely

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Food4Education’s Wawira Njiru Recognised as a 2025 CNBC Changemaker. Wawira Njiru, CEO and Founder of Food4Education (F4E), has been recognised on CNBC’s prestigious 2025 Changemakers list! She’s being celebrated for a mission that’s as bold as it is compassionate — ensuring no child is left behind by transforming school feeding in Africa. F4E’s impact goes far beyond providing meals for children. It’s about reshaping classrooms, communities, and the continent. Did you know F4E’s programs have been linked to better school attendance and performance? Or that its innovation-driven growth has created thousands of new jobs while supporting local farmers? By 2030, they aim to reach 3 million children across 2 more African countries, working hand in hand with governments to make universal school feeding a reality. This is a movement with purpose and a plan. Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/3F0dHML #FlavorWiki #FutureOfAfrica #SustainableDevelopment #SchoolFeeding #Changemaker

Threat of Trump’s Tariffs Force Food And Beverage Giants to Prepare. Strong leadership shines brightest during unpredictable times. With potential tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico, leaders like Dirk Van de Put (Mondelēz), Sean Connolly (Conagra), and Debra Crew (Diageo) are stepping up to prepare their organizations. Whether it's crafting contingency plans, enhancing marketing efforts, or collaborating with policymakers, these strategies demonstrate the importance of resilience and quick decision-making. Navigating uncertainty is never easy, but it’s a vital skill for today’s leaders. How do you foster resilience in your teams? Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/4bsKhTj #FlavorWiki #Leadership #BusinessInsights #Resilience

Lidl Takes Social Shopping to New Heights With TikTok Shop Launch. Lidl GB has become the first supermarket to launch on TikTok Shop, making waves in the social shopping space. By meeting customers where they already are—on a platform with 1.69 billion users—Lidl is setting a new benchmark for the retail industry. Through their @LidlGB TikTok account, they're offering exclusive product bundles that resonate with the TikTok generation, proving once again that they’re not just keeping up with trends, but leading them. This move demonstrates the growing potential of social commerce and how brands can think creatively to meet their customers' evolving needs. Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/41DsFkz #FlavorWiki #Innovation #SocialCommerce #TikTokShop #RetailTrends #LidlGB

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