Unilever Names Meakins as Next Chairman Following CEO Change
- Meakins to replace Andersen in December, food company says
- Unilever has replaced its CEO and is looking for new CFO
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Unilever Plc named a new chairman with experience in the role at British and French companies, in hopes of mending relations with frustrated investors after a series of missteps in recent years.
Ian Meakins, who is chairman of catering company Compass Group Plc and French electrical-supply maker Rexel SA, will succeed Chairman Nils Andersen, the owner of Ben & Jerry’s ice cream said Friday.