Term of Office:
Appointed to the Chief Executive’s Committee in September 2005.
Skills and Experience:
Jim joined Cadbury Schweppes in September 2005 as President and CEO of the Americas region, where he has continued to lead the business to exceptional results. In September 2008, Jim assumed leadership of an important operational role as the head of the newly created Cadbury North America business.
Jim joined Cadbury from Rémy Cointreau USA, where he was President and CEO. Prior to Rémy Cointreau, Jim led three different organizations, enabling him to gain broad leadership experience in manufacturing, retailing, technology and branded businesses. He was CEO of the product development solutions provider Paxonix, President and CEO of Netgrocer.com and group President at Information Resources Inc.
Before joining IRI, Jim built an impressive 17-year career at Nabisco Inc., with leadership roles in sales, marketing and IT, and culminating as president of the Refrigerated Foods operating unit.
Other directorships and offices:
Non-executive director of B&G Foods
Favourite Products:
Trident White Peppermint Gum