Neptune Technologies & Bioresources Inc. has appointed Jim Hamilton its new president and CEO, effective Feb. 2, 2015. He will also become a member of its board at that time.
“As Neptune begins a new era, Jim is the right person to lead the corporation forward into its next phase of growth and success,” Pierre Fitzgibbon, Chairman of Neptune’s Board of Directors, told NutraIngredients-USA. “Jim is a proven executive with a deep understanding of the nutraceutical market, strong industry connections and over 25 years of experience, working in the United States, Europe and Canada. During his career, he played a leading role in the development, manufacturing, marketing and sales of dietary supplement, food, animal feed and personal care products.”
Hamilton graduated from Concordia University in Montreal and has attended business and leadership programs at the London Business School and INSEAD> Hamilton is currently the vice president human nutrition and health for North America and president of DSM Nutritional Products USA, based in New Jersey.
Until Hamilton ascends to the new role, Andre Godin will continue to act as interim president and CEO, after which Godin will remain on the company’s executive team.
