Appointments

The move is part of Flowers Foods’ strategy to integrate and scale Simple Mills within its broader portfolio while preserving the brand’s mission-driven identity.

This appointment is part of a leadership transition designed to accelerate Nexture’s international growth and integration of recent acquisitions.

Alyson Slapkauskas will oversee group level supply chain strategy and operational improvement initiatives; a move the company says will strengthen its ability to deliver turnkey bakery solutions while reinforcing customer service and manufacturing reliability across markets.

The appointment positions Laport to lead the Oakbrook Terrace based frozen bakery maker into its next growth phase with a focus on operational discipline, customer trust, and responsible expansion.

The new leadership slate is intended to guide ASB’s educational programs, technical initiatives, and industry advocacy over the coming year as the organization responds to evolving needs across commercial baking and allied sectors.