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Post Holdings, Inc. has announced the appointment of Greg Pearson as the new President and Chief Executive Officer of its Post Consumer Brands division, effective April 1, 2026.

Pearson succeeds Nicolas Catoggio, who transitioned to the role of Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer for the holding company in January. The appointment signals a strategic reinforcement of leadership as Post Holdings continues to integrate and grow its diverse portfolio, which notably includes significant assets in both the ready-to-eat cereal and pet food categories.

Bridging Grocery and Pet

Pearson joins the company with 25 years of CPG experience, most recently serving as CEO of Compana Pet Brands since January 2023. His background is particularly aligned with Post Consumer Brands' current operational mix, which balances traditional grocery centre-store brands with a growing presence in the pet nutrition sector.

Rob Vitale, President and CEO of Post Holdings, highlighted this cross-category expertise as a primary driver for the hire:

Executive Resume and Track Record

Pearson’s career trajectory covers key strategic areas relevant to Post’s business model, including private label manufacturing and e-commerce.

• Compana Pet Brands: Led business transformation efforts focused on supply chain optimisation and portfolio evolution.

• Pretzels, Inc.: As CEO, he steered the private label and contract manufacturer through growth initiatives that culminated in its successful sale to The Hershey Company in 2021.

• Chewy.com: Oversaw brand marketing and private brands, providing deep insight into the digital retail landscape.

• Conagra Brands & General Mills: Held early career roles in marketing and private brands, specifically within the cereal and baked goods sectors.

Transition and Location

Pearson will be based at the Post Consumer Brands headquarters in Lakeville, Minnesota. The company confirmed that outgoing CEO Nicolas Catoggio will work closely with Pearson in the coming months to ensure a smooth leadership handover.

"I trust Greg will be a valuable leader for our business and our people and am confident his expertise and perspectives will guide Post Consumer Brands well into the future," Catoggio stated.