David J. West announces Hershey Executive Team

David J. West, President and Chief Executive Officer, has announced several changes to the Hershey Executive Team. John P. Bilbrey has been named Senior Vice President, President Hershey North America. Bilbrey joined Hershey in 2003 as Senior Vice President, President Hershey International. Furthermore, Ted Jastrzebski has been named Senior Vice President, President Hershey International. Jastrzebski joined Hershey in 2004 and is currently Vice President, International Finance and Planning. Michele Buck is the new Senior Vice President, Global Chief Marketing Officer. Buck, who joined Hershey in 2005, is currently Senior Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer, U.S.


Kenneth L. Wolfe, who becomes Chairman of the The Board, The Hershey Company, on January 1, 2008, commented on the announcement, "I m very pleased with the caliber of the Hershey Executive Team, which clearly illustrates the depth of the company s talent. I have a great deal of confidence in Dave s leadership and in the executive team as we continue The Hershey Company s focus on winning with customers and delivering shareholder value over the long term."