Campbell’s Taps Mars Executive to Lead Snacks Division Amid Growth Push
Event summary
- Mohit Anand appointed EVP and President of Campbell’s Snacks division, effective February 23, 2026.
- Anand succeeds Elizabeth Duggan, who is leaving the company.
- Anand joins from Kellanova (now part of Mars) where he was SVP & General Manager in the Accelerator division.
- Campbell’s Snacks division includes brands like Goldfish, Pepperidge Farm, and Snyder’s of Hanover.
- Anand will report to CEO Mick Beekhuizen and join the Operating Committee.
The big picture
Campbell’s is betting on Anand’s extensive CPG experience to revitalize its Snacks division, which has faced challenges in maintaining growth. The move comes amid a competitive landscape where snacking is a high-growth category, with players like Mars and Kellogg’s aggressively expanding. Anand’s background in both snacking and broader CPG roles suggests Campbell’s is prioritizing a blend of strategic vision and operational expertise to turn around its Snacks division.
What we're watching
- Execution Risk
- Whether Anand can drive sustainable growth for Campbell’s Snacks division, given the portfolio’s recent performance.
- Strategic Fit
- How Anand’s experience at Mars and Kellogg’s will translate to Campbell’s snack brands.
- Operational Efficiency
- The pace at which Anand can improve margins and operational efficiency in the Snacks division.