Former Hershey executive David Sugarman has been appointed president and CEO of kosher foods firm The Manischewitz Co.

Sugarman was previously president and CEO of Hershey's The Allan Candy Co. He has also served as the country manager in Canada of PepsiCo and Strauss Group's dipping business, Sabra. He succeeds interim CEO Mark Weinsten.

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"We are delighted to have David on board as his experience as a food industry executive makes him a valuable leader to help execute the company’s growth plans," said Brett L’Esperance, a member of the board of directors. "David’s dynamic leadership and vison are great assets which will substantially benefit the company."

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