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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Research
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Appointments
NACS appoints Frank Gleeson as new president and CEO
The National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) has named Frank Gleeson as its next president and CEO, effective 1 January 2026.
Refresco appoints Steve Presley as new CEO
Refresco has named Steve Presley as its new chief executive officer, starting 4 August 2025. He will also join the company’s executive board.
Pret A Manger appoints Felipe Athayde as president of North America
Pret A Manger has announced the appointment of Felipe Athayde as president of North America.
Subway names former Burger King executive Jonathan Fitzpatrick as next CEO
Subway has appointed Jonathan Fitzpatrick as its next chief executive officer, effective 28 July.
Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages appoints Hemant Rupani as new CEO
The Coca-Cola Company has announced the appointment of Hemant Rupani as CEO of Bangalore-based bottler Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages (HCCB), effective from 8 September.
Kirk Tanner appointed CEO of The Hershey Company as Michele Buck retires
The Hershey Company has announced the appointment of Kirk Tanner as president and chief executive officer, effective 18 August 2025.
Krispy Kreme names Raphael Duvivier as CFO
Krispy Kreme has appointed Raphael Duvivier as chief financial officer, effective 11 July 2025.
Flash Coffee names new CEO to accelerate expansion in Indonesia
Flash Coffee has appointed Bardon Matthew as its new CEO to lead the company’s next phase of growth, with a focus on expanding across Indonesia.
Refresco CEO Hans Roelofs to step down after 18 years at helm
Refresco has announced that CEO Hans Roelofs will retire on 1 August, 2025, after 18 years leading the global beverage solutions company.
Starbucks announces leadership shake-up to speed up turnaround efforts
Starbucks has announced a series of leadership and structural changes aimed at accelerating its turnaround, following recent earnings that fell short of expectations.
Caffè Nero UK CEO Will Stratton-Morris steps down, takes on new group role
Caffè Nero UK CEO Will Stratton-Morris has stepped down from his role and from the UK board, the company has confirmed in its latest trading update.
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