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John F. Ghingo Appointed President and CEO of Hormel Foods Corporation

PUBLIC · HRLOct 29, 2026

Position

Chief Executive Officer

Company

Hormel Foods

John F. Ghingo
AustinManufacturingFood and BeverageFood And BeverageFood Processing

Description

Hormel Foods Corporation announced that John F. Ghingo will assume the roles of President and Chief Executive Officer effective October 26, 2026. This appointment follows the termination of his previous employment agreement in connection with his new responsibilities

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Company Information

Company

Hormel Foods

Location

Austin, Minnesota, United States

About

Hormel Foods Corporation is a global branded food company headquartered in Austin, Minnesota, generating approximately $12 billion in annual revenue and offering a portfolio of iconic brands including PLANTERS®, SKIPPY®, SPAM®, HORMEL® NATURAL CHOICE®, APPLEGATE®, JUSTIN’S®, WHOLLY®, HORMEL® BLACK LABEL®, COLUMBUS®, JENNIE-O®, and more than 30 others. A member of the S&P 500 and S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats, Hormel Foods is widely recognized for its workplace culture, corporate responsibility, and community impact, and operates with its purpose statement, “Inspired People. Inspired Food.™,” bringing trusted products to consumers worldwide.

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