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HERSHEY, Pa. — David Tacka, senior vice president and chief financial officer at The Hershey Co., plans to retire at the end of this year.
Hershey said late Wednesday that it has engaged a leading executive search firm to conduct a national search for a successor to Tacka, who assumed the CFO role at the company just over a year ago.
"Dave has had a distinguished 40-year career at Hershey, culminating in his appointment as CFO in May 2013," stated John Bilbrey, president and chief executive officer of Hershey. "He has made solid contributions during periods of transformation and growth and will be leaving the company in a very strong financial position."
Overall, Hershey has more than 80 brands worldwide and generates $7.1 billion in annual revenues. The chocolate, candy and snack maker’s top brands include Hershey’s, Reese’s, Hershey’s Kisses, Jolly Rancher and Ice Breakers.
Hershey said that besides working to bolster its North American business, the company is focused on growing its presence in key international markets and expanding its product portfolio into categories beyond confections.
"We have an experienced management team, great talent throughout the organization and the right vision, strategy and brands to win wherever we compete," Bilbrey added. "As we look to the future, we have confidence in our business model that positions Hershey for continued growth in both North America and key international markets."
