General Mills (GIS) announced Asheesh Saksena has been named Chief Strategy & Growth Officer, effective Aug. 26. He will report to Jeff Harmening, Chairman and CEO, join the Senior Leadership Team, and have global accountability for the company’s comprehensive strategic planning process and for building long-term, sustainable plans and capabilities to accelerate growth. Saksena succeeds Dana McNabb, following her prior appointment to Group President, North America Retail. Saksena most recently served as Chief Growth Officer for Gap (GPS)where he was accountable for operations, technology, and the company’s growth, portfolio and diversification strategy. Prior roles include President, Best Buy Health, and Chief Strategic Growth Officer, Best Buy Co., Inc., in addition to Chief Strategy Officer for Cox Communications and Deputy Chief Strategy Officer, Time Warner Cable.
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