Krispy Kreme names Nicola Steele as incoming Chief Operating Officer

Krispy Kreme (DNUT) announced changes to its Global Leadership Team. The changes include: Nicola Steele has been named incoming Chief Operating Officer. Steele is currently President of Krispy Kreme Australia & New Zealand and has more than 15 years of Krispy Kreme experience; Dave Skena has been named Chief Growth Officer; Raphael Duvivier has been named President of International; Alison Holder has been named Chief Product Officer. The Global Leadership team, including those above, report to Charlesworth and the changes were effective January 6, other than Steele who will assume the role March 3, the company stated. “These leaders all have extensive company experience, commitment to operational excellence and passion for our iconic fresh doughnuts and beloved brand. As we grow, these leadership changes will result in both a bigger and better Krispy Kreme,” said Josh Charlesworth, Krispy Kreme CEO.