Campbell appoints Kirk Elliott VP of corporate strategy

Campbell appoints Kirk Elliott VP of corporate strategy

Campbell Soup Company, a manufacturer of branded convenience food products, has appointed Kirk Elliott as its vice president for corporate strategy. He will be responsible for the company's strategic planning process and for advancing major strategic initiatives. Additionally, he will oversee Campbell's licensing program.

Mr Elliott will report to Carl Johnson, Campbell's senior vice president and chief strategy officer.

Mr Johnson said: "Kirk is an innovative, inspirational, and results-oriented leader. His blend of entrepreneurial, strategic, and line management experience will make Kirk an asset to Campbell and his considerable expertise will complement our strong strategic planning capabilities."

Mr Elliott has more than 20 years of experience in strategy, business development, and line management. He joins Campbell from Elliott Oriental Medicine in San Diego, a company he founded in 2005. Prior to that, he spent eight years at Nabisco International in business development, planning, and line management, culminating in a role as managing director, Nabisco Taiwan, Hong Kong & Asia Export.