Hershey Names Dave Hulays CFO as Steve Voskuil Prepares to Retire
Event summary
- Dave Hulays appointed CFO of The Hershey Company effective September 2, 2026, succeeding Steve Voskuil.
- Hulays brings nearly 30 years of financial leadership experience from Hershey and Procter & Gamble.
- Voskuil will transition to SVP, Strategic Projects, supporting the leadership transition through early 2027.
- Hulays has held progressively broader financial roles at Hershey since joining in 2012.
The big picture
The appointment of Dave Hulays as CFO marks a significant internal leadership transition for Hershey, highlighting the company's focus on maintaining financial discipline during a period of strategic growth. Hulays' extensive experience across various financial roles within Hershey and his background at Procter & Gamble suggest a continuity in financial leadership. The consumer goods sector continues to prioritize strong financial governance, especially amid evolving market dynamics and competitive pressures.
What we're watching
- Strategic Continuity
- How Hulays will maintain Hershey's growth agenda amid leadership changes.
- Financial Rigor
- Whether Hulays' focus on accountability and rigor will impact Hershey's financial strategy.
- Transition Dynamics
- The pace at which Voskuil's strategic projects will integrate with Hulays' new leadership.