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Hormel Foods Announces Key Leadership Appointments in Retail Business Unit
Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE:HRL), a Fortune 500 global branded food company, today announced two leadership appointments in its Retail business segment. Paul Peil, a 35-year veteran with the company, has been promoted to the role of vice president of marketing for Fresh and Ready Meats. Christie Crouch, a seasoned marketing executive with a strong track record in the food industry, joins the company as vice president of marketing for Snacking and Entertaining.
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