Refreshment focuses on the water dispenser/cooler, office coffee service and vending sectors, while also taking an in-depth look into products for vending from bottled water and drinks, to snacks and confectionery. It also focuses on hydration, health and wellness, new technologies and environmental and social responsibility issues.
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Appointments
Nestlé appoints Jeff Hamilton as CEO of Zone Americas amid leadership transition
Nestlé has announced the appointment of Jeff Hamilton as chief executive officer of Zone Americas, effective July 1 2025.
Craig Barker announced as new Ferrero UK&I managing director
Ferrero UK & Ireland has announced the appointment of Craig Barker as its new regional managing director.
Nestlé Waters UK appoints Stefano Bolognese as managing director
Nestlé has appointed Stefano Bolognese as the new managing director for Nestlé Waters and Premium Beverages UK.
Pierre Laubies appointed CEO of Lipton Teas and Infusions
Lipton Teas and Infusions has announced Pierre Laubies as its new chief executive officer.
CEE appoints former Starbucks VP Jeff Juneau as MD Americas
CEE, a Belgian cleantech company, is expanding its presence across the Americas with the goal of advancing net-zero manufacturing.
Monster Beverage co-CEO Rodney Sacks to step down
Rodney Sacks, co-chief executive officer and chairman of Monster Beverage, has formally submitted his resignation, effective June 12 2025.
Odeko secures $126m in Series E Funding to empower local coffee shops and food businesses
The round includes $96 million in equity led by B Capital and a $30 million credit facility from Banc of California.
Starbucks Japan appoints Hisae Morii as CEO
Starbucks Coffee Japan has announced that Hisae Morii will replace Takafumi Minaguchi as representative director and CEO, effective 1 April.
De'Longhi names CEO for professional coffee division as part of management reshuffle
De'Longhi has announced a restructuring of its professional coffee leadership team.
Starbucks announces leadership shake-up with former Taco Bell executives
Starbucks has announced leadership changes, bringing in two former Taco Bell executives as part of its "Back to Starbucks" plan.
JDE Peet’s announces leadership transition as CFO Scott Gray steps down
Dutch coffee and tea producer JDE Peet’s has announced that its CFO Scott Gray has stepped down to reunite with his family in the US.
