DENVER — Flour milling and ingredient company Ardent Mills announced that Dan Dye, the company’s first CEO, will retire this summer. He will stay on as CEO until a successor is named.
“Ten years ago, we set out to build a people-first, values-based business and created Ardent Mills,” Dye said. “It’s been a privilege to work with a great team to establish our mission, shape our vision, and see the impact we’ve made in nourishing communities across North America. I am a firm believer that Ardent Mills’ continued, shared success is the result of our team members who live by our values of Trust, Serving, Simplicity and Safety, and who have a deep commitment to serving our customers with excellence. These pillars of Ardent Mills’ culture will continue to drive the business forward and fulfill the company’s commitment to nourish what’s next.”
During his tenure at Ardent Mills, Dye spearheaded strategic initiatives such as the Emerging Nutrition alternative grain center and construction of a state-of-the-art mill in Tampa, FL. He also worked alongside the company’s leadership to continue operations during the COVID-19 pandemic.
In addition to his role at the ingredient company, Dye has also held various roles in industry organizations including the North American Millers’ Association, American Bakers Association and Partners in Food Solutions.
“It's been a privilege to work with a great team to establish our mission, shape our vision, and see the impact we've made in nourishing communities across North America.” — Dan Dye | CEO | Ardent Mills
“To our team members, customers, suppliers, and industry partners, thank you for your unwavering support and dedication — you have each played an integral role in making Ardent Mills what it is today,” Dye said. “I feel incredibly blessed, and my heart is filled with gratitude for the journey we’ve had together, and I am eager to see the company’s continued success in this next chapter.”
The company is conducting an internal and external search for a new CEO, and Ardent Mills’ board plans to announce the next leader of the company in the near future.
