The board of chewing gum manufacturer Wm Wrigley has elected Max Grishakov, vice president and general manager of Wrigley Russia, as an officer of the company.

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Announcing the appointment, Wrigley’s board said that under Grishakov’s leadership Wrigley has become a leading confectioner in Russia. Since his appointment in 2004, Grishakov has overseen growth that has made Russia Wrigley’s third-largest market behind the US and China.


“Max is a valued member of our leadership team,” said Igor Saveliev, group VP and MD – East/South Europe. “Since joining the company in 1997, he has demonstrated strategic thinking and a focus on innovation. His experience, leadership skills and vision for Wrigley’s future will be substantial assets in his new role as an officer of the company.”


At a meeting held yesterday (24 May) the board also declared a regular quarterly dividend of US$0.29 per share.

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