All People articles – Page 399
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Profiles
My Alternative CV: David Willis, Salty Dog
David Willis, co-founder of Salty Dog crisps, on Einstein, creativity and crisp oil-fuelled helicopters
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Comment & Opinion
Careers File: If you're looking for an angel to help with your career, why not consider a coach?
I read over the Christmas break that, according to a recent survey, one in three people in Britain believe in angels. There have certainly been a fair few occasions in my career when I have felt like someone was watching over me.
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Profiles
The Human Angle: Gemma Thomas, Sharpak
Name: Gemma Thomas Job title: customer service executive Company name: Sharpak – a Groupe Guillin company Sales: c£350M turnover HQ location: corporate HQ in Ornans, France. In the UK there are sites at Yate, Bridgwater and Aylesham Staff numbers: c600 in UK
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Comment & Opinion
Careers File: If 2010 was about recovery, 2011 should be on nurturing talent
Wow, what a year 2010 turned out to be. After a very tough 2009, I was wondering what to expect and was struggling to keep my 'glass half full' outlook on things. Thankfully, in our sectors, things have turned out much better than anyone watching...
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Profiles
My Alternative CV: Vicky Morgan, Kleenex
Vicky Morgan, brand manager at Kleenex, on Keanu Reeves, developing new products and her internet skills
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Profiles
The Human Angle: Tracey Ashworth-Davies
Our mission is to excite the world's beer drinkers so we're always working on something great.
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News
Bond finally prepares to bow out from Walmart
Andy Bond stepped down from his part-time role as Asda chairman this week, after less than a year.He will continue as executive vice president of Walmart to finalise the retailer's takeover of Massmart in South Africa but will leave...
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Profiles
New chairman of wholesale group named
Dan Rogerson, Liberal Democrat MP for North Cornwall, has been named chairman of the All-Party Parliamentary Wholesale Group.The newly formed group will formalise the Federation of Wholesale Distributors network of political supporters....
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News
Premier Foods’ Jary promoted to Hovis head of marketing
Premier Foods has promoted Caroline Jary to head of marketing for Hovis.Jary, who joined the manufacturer in April last year as head of brand for Hovis, took on her new role this week, replacing Jon Goldstone who was promoted to group...
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NewsMaciver exits Morrisons as management shake-up gathers pace
Morrisons has announced a raft of senior appointments, with marketing director Angus Maciver exiting the business.
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NewsGSK braced for Ribena plant strike action
Workers are GlaxoSmithKline start voting today on whether to strike in protest over a pay freeze at the company’s Ribena factory.
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Comment & Opinion
Careers File: A poor appraisal could actually be a chance to boost your career
I believe I work hard but have just had my annual appraisal and was told in no uncertain terms that I need to up my game.
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Profiles
My Alternative CV: Duncan Goose, MD and Founder of One Foundation
Duncan Goose, MD and Founder of One Foundation, on cheap burgers, the Dambusters and appearing on Indian TV riding his motorbike
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Profiles
The Human Angle: Andrew Quinlan
I started as a hobby making cider and fruit juice how I liked them. I can't think of a better way to spend my working days!
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Profiles
Born takes over at helm of Wincanton
Logistics giant Wincanton has named Eric Born as its new CEO following a restructuring of the business. Born moves up from the role of COO, replacing Graeme McFaull, who has been at the helm since December 2005. Wincanton said...
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News
Ex-Findus boss takes up top position at Gü puds
Just weeks after his exit from Findus Group, Mark Escolme is back in business as the new MD of Gü. Escolme was confirmed this week as the replacement for Gü's current MD Mike Hodgson, who has been with the company since 2006.
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News‘Revolution’ for staff training at the Co-op
The Co-operative Group has rolled out a new training programme for staff working at its food stores. Citrus (Communication, Induction, Training, Resource, Understanding and Support) was launched in early autumn and trialled at 81 stores....
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NewsNestlé calls time on Castleford After Eight factory
Nestlé is to close the factory in Castleford that makes its After Eight mints.
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Profiles
The Human Angle: Mike Kelly
Name: Mike Kelly Company name: Milk Link Sales: more than £549m HQ location: Bristol Number of employees: About 1,200
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News
Carter exits in Premier management reshuffle
Premier Foods has denied claims of succession planning after it unveiled a board and organisational reshuffle this week.The Mr Kipling cakes maker announced the changes in a bid to "reinvogorate" its portfolio of brands. As part of the...