OAK BROOK, Ill., Nov. 3, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- TreeHouse Foods, Inc. announced that Christopher D. Sliva has tendered his resignation as President in order to pursue another career opportunity.
Dennis F. Riordan, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, whose upcoming retirement was announced in August, has committed to remain with the Company and serve as President while the Company conducts a search for a new President. Mr. Riordan will have oversight of both of the operating companies – Bay Valley Foods and TreeHouse Private Brands.
In a separate press release, the Company announced the appointment of Matthew J. Foulston as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of TreeHouse Foods, effective no later than December 2, 2016.
"We are grateful to Chris for the influence he has had on our organization and culture over the last four years," said Sam K. Reed, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of TreeHouse Foods. "We wish him the best as he moves into this new chapter of his career."
"Dennis is the natural person to step into the President role in the interim. He has been a key contributor to our strategy and is familiar with all aspects of our business. Dennis will ensure continuity and operational excellence, and maintain the Company's relentless focus on customers, categories, consumers and organizational capabilities while a permanent successor is found," Mr. Reed concluded.
