MADISON HEIGHTS, MI — In order to propel Second Nature Brands — which recently acquired Voortman Bakery — into its next phase of growth, the portfolio company announced Christopher Kodosky as CFO and Matthew White as chief customer officer.
Kodosky brings expertise in guiding finance teams through growth in various manufacturing industries. He most recently served as CFO for S&S Activewear.
White boasts more than 30 years of CPG industry experience in sales, commercial strategy and transformational leadership. Prior to joining Second Nature, he worked at companies including Jack Link’s Protein Snacks, Schwan’s Co. and the Coca-Cola Co.
“Welcoming Christopher and Matt to our leadership team enables the next phase of transformational growth at Second Nature Brands,” said Victor Mehren, CEO of Second Nature Brands. “Christopher’s proven financial expertise and Matt’s exceptional leadership in sales and strategy will be pivotal as we continue to advance our aggressive growth agenda and enhance operational excellence.”
In addition to the new appointments, the company is set to open a new office in Oakbrook Terrace, IL, which will house Second Nature’s Chicago employees. Over the next few months, the company is set to add supplementary positions for this office.
“Chicago’s reputation as a hub for top CPG talent makes it an ideal location for a Second Nature Brands office,” Mehren said. “This expansion strengthens our ability to further attract industry-leading talent as we enter an exciting new chapter of growth.”
