By Matteo Castia

Heineken NV said Friday that it has appointed James Thompson as its new chief commercial officer, with effect from early 2021.

The Dutch brewing company said Mr. Thompson replaces Jan Derck van Karnebeek, who will leaving Heineken to pursue other interests on March 1.

Mr. Thompson joins the company from beauty, household, and personal-care marketing group Avon.

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