Krispy Kreme Australia and New Zealand President Nicola Steele has been appointed to the company's global leadership team.
Krispy Kreme, Inc. has announced changes to its Global Leadership Team, aligning talent to maximise profitable expansion in the U.S. and the broader adoption of its capital-light international franchise model. Nicola Steele, Krispy Kreme Australia and New Zealand President, has been appointed in the changes.
“These leaders all have extensive company experience, commitment to operational excellence and passion for our iconic fresh doughnuts and beloved brand,” said Josh Charlesworth, Krispy Kreme CEO.
“As we grow, these leadership changes will result in both a bigger and better Krispy Kreme.”
Nicola Steele has been named the incoming Chief Operating Officer. She will be responsible for global operations excellence including modernising doughnut production and maximising hub-and-spoke efficiency. Steele has more than 15 years of Krispy Kreme experience.
Dave Skena has been named Chief Growth Officer. He is responsible for omni-channel growth of retail shops, DFD, and digital sales channels worldwide as well as managing global marketing efforts to give consumers even more reasons to enjoy and share fresh Krispy Kreme doughnuts.
Raphael Duvivier has been named President of International. He is responsible for both International and Market Development segments through the wider adoption of the capital light franchise model, including in Europe and Latin America.
Alison Holder has been named Chief Product Officer. She is responsible for bringing innovative, fresh doughnuts to Krispy Kreme fans around the world as well as for global quality and sourcing.
The company announced a quarterly cash dividend of USD $0.035 per share of common stock, in accordance with the Company’s dividend policy. The dividend was declared on December 13, 2024, and will be paid on February 5, 2025 to shareholders of record on January 22, 2025.
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