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Brian Sikes assumes role as chair of Cargill

29 January 20241 min reading

Brian Sikes, current President and CEO of Cargill, takes on the role of Chair of Cargill’s Board of Directors, succeeding Dave MacLennan.

Brian Sikes, Chair of Cargill’s Board of Directors

Cargill announces the election of Brian Sikes, the current President and CEO, as the new Chair of Cargill’s Board of Directors, effective January 1, 2024. This transition follows the retirement of Dave MacLennan, who served as Executive Chair of Cargill’s Board until the end of 2023.

Sikes, a seasoned professional with Cargill since 1991, assumed the role of President and CEO in January 2023. Sikes is has been the 10^th CEO in Cargill’s 158-year history.

Expressing his gratitude, Sikes stated, “It is an honor to be elected Board Chair, and I am confident the best days for our company, and its greatest contributions, lie ahead. I step into this role from a position of strength thanks to Dave’s outstanding service and visionary leadership as Executive Chair of the Board and former President and CEO. He reshaped the fabric of Cargill and built a solid foundation, business model, and culture that positions us for long-term success.”