Mondelēz International recruits a top European executive from Danone

Mondelēz International, the company behind brands such as Oreo, Côte d’Or, LU, and Milka, has appointed Richard Trechman as Senior Vice President of its operations in Northwest Europe. He is joining the company from Danone.

“Growing strong brands”

Effective October 1, 2026, Trechman will be responsible for the Scandinavian countries, the Benelux, Spain, and Portugal. In this role, he will report to Volker Kuhn, Executive Vice President and President of Europe at Mondelēz International.

The new executive is joining from Danone, where he most recently led the DACH region, which includes Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and Slovenia. He was also a member of Danone’s European Executive Board. He succeeds Clive Jones, who is leaving Mondelēz International at the end of this year.

“Richard has proven in various European markets that he can grow strong brands and inspire teams. Thanks to his experience in Scandinavia, Northern Europe, Spain, and Portugal, he knows this region like no other,” says Volker Kuhn.