MINNEAPOLIS — General Mills shared that one of its long-time senior executives is set to retire in early summer 2024.
Shawn O’Grady, group president for North America Foodservice (NAF), will transition into the role of senior advisor until his retirement.
“Shawn has been a tremendous asset to General Mills over the past 35 years, most recently leading our North America Foodservice business through the pandemic to significant growth for the enterprise,” said Jeff Harmening, chair and CEO for General Mills. “Shawn’s enthusiasm for his team and General Mills consumers is truly unmatched, and he and his leadership will be missed.”
Effective Feb. 16, Jon Nudi, current group president for Pet and International, will add NAF to his oversight. Pankaj Sharma, current president of US Meals & Baking Solutions operating unit, will be promoted to segment president for NAF. He will report to Nudi and join the General Mills senior leadership team.
“Jon overseeing NAF, as well as Pet and International, will drive further operational agility for our business,” Harmening said. “And I’m thrilled to have Pankaj, who has a history of delivering strong business results in a variety of operating environments, join our senior leadership team.”
