General Mills Announces Dana McNabb as Chief Executive Officer

Maria Henry, Independent Lead Director of General Mills

“Following a robust, multi-year succession planning process, the board is confident that Dana is the right executive to lead the company through its next chapter of growth and value creation”

Maria Henry, Independent Lead Director of General Mills

“Dana has made significant contributions as a key member of the executive leadership of the company over the past few years, and across the business globally throughout her career. She has a strong track record of success, and a deep understanding of our consumers, our brands, our company and our industry. Dana is an outstanding leader with a clear strategic vision that she will translate into tangible outcomes for our shareholders, employees and the communities we serve.”

Maria Henry, Independent Lead Director of General Mills

“Under his leadership, General Mills has become a larger company with a stronger portfolio. It has delivered over $17 billion to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases, and revamped a third of its portfolio for greater growth, including the addition of the growing Pet category. The company has benefited from Jeff’s steadfast and calm leadership during nearly a decade of extraordinary and unprecedented circumstances. We are fortunate to have Jeff continue as Executive Chair of the board to help ensure a smooth transition.”

Dana McNabb, Chief Operating Officer and incoming CEO of General Mills

“It is an honor and a privilege to lead General Mills into the future”

Dana McNabb, Chief Operating Officer and incoming CEO of General Mills

“Returning the company to profitable growth is the priority, and we know how we'll get there. By building industry-leading, digitally enabled demand generation, and modernizing our supply chain, we will fundamentally improve how we operate. This is a company with the brands and the people to win — my job is to make sure we do.”

Dana McNabb, Chief Operating Officer and incoming CEO of General Mills

“I also have the utmost appreciation for the strong foundation Jeff laid for our next chapter”

Dana McNabb, Chief Operating Officer and incoming CEO of General Mills

“Jeff not only grew our company, he modernized it. He laid new groundwork for our digital and technology capabilities, revamped our portfolio for growth and challenged us to work and operate in ways that better match today’s world. We are a more resilient company today thanks to his leadership and foresight.”

Jeff Harmening, CEO and incoming Executive Chair of General Mills

“It’s been an incredible honor”

Jeff Harmening, CEO and incoming Executive Chair of General Mills

“I sincerely thank the entire General Mills team for all they have done to advance our Accelerate strategy, often against the most trying of circumstances.”

Jeff Harmening, CEO and incoming Executive Chair of General Mills

“Looking ahead, I am confident that Dana has the vision, urgency and intellect needed to advance our next chapter. I have had the opportunity to witness firsthand her ability to drive transformation and build a high-performing culture. She is the right leader for this time, one that will take our company to the next level.”