Keller hired as Peet’s c.e.o.

US

Kenneth C. "Casey" Keller Jr. is moving from candy to coffee to become the new c.e.o. at Peet’s Coffee. Keller takes over on Aug. 6, succeeding Dave Burwick who has led the company since 2012.

Keller served in a variety of roles for Mars, Inc., subsidiary Wm. Wrigley Jr. Company, most recently as global president where he was responsible for delivering sales and profit growth across the global gum, mints and candy business.

"We are thrilled to have Casey joining Peet’s as c.e.o.,” said Olivier Goudet, chairman of Peet’s Coffee’s Board of Directors. “Casey has an impressive track record in the CPG space and his focus on growth and long-term value creation makes him the ideal leader for Peet’s. We have ambitious plans at Peet’s and Casey has the unique expertise and terrific experience to continue growing this great company.”

Keller also served as president of Alberto Culver USA, and held senior roles with Procter & Gamble, HJ Heinz and Motorola. He also served as an officer in the United States Navy.

(18i5)