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Conagra Brands Appoints John Brase as New CEO
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Conagra Brands has appointed John Brase as their new CEO effective June 1, 2026. Brase, with extensive experience at The J.M. Smucker Co. and Procter & Gamble, aims to enhance revenue growth and margins, signaling potential positive long-term performance for CAG shareholders.
- John Brase named CEO of Conagra effective June 1, 2026.
- Brase previously led operations at J.M. Smucker and Procter & Gamble.
- Sean Connolly, Conagra's prior CEO, to retire after over a decade.
- Brase aims to drive revenue growth and strengthen margins.
- Conagra generated nearly $12 billion in sales in FY 2025.
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