US spice maker McCormick & Co. has appointed Lawrence Kurzius as president, international.

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Currently president of McCormick’s businesses in Europe, the Middle East and Africa, Kurzius will now have additional responsibility for Canada, Asia and Australia.


He joined McCormick in 2003 as president and CEO of Zatarain’s when McCormick acquired the business, having been with the company for 12 years.


He has also held marketing positions with Uncle Ben’s, a division of Mars, and the Quaker Oats Company.


The role will become effective on 1 September.

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In addition, Malcolm Swift, currently vice president consumer group – Europe, the Middle East and Africa, has been promoted to succeed Kurzius as president – Europe, the Middle East and Africa.


Swift joined McCormick in 2005 and held positions previously with Pedigree Petfoods, Diageo, Time Warner and Swiss food maker Hero AG.


“Growing our business globally remains a strategic priority for McCormick, and these organisational changes support the accomplishment of that goal,” said McCormick president and CEO Alan Wilson.


“Lawrence has provided important leadership in our European zone for the past few years and has worked closely with Malcolm to develop him as a successor. These two promotions are part of our ongoing succession planning and talent development.”