The Andersons, Inc. Names Steven Oakland to Board of Directors

Rhea-AI Summary

The Andersons (Nasdaq: ANDE) has appointed Steven Oakland to its Board of Directors, effective August 21, 2025. Oakland currently serves as chairman, CEO, and president of TreeHouse Foods, North America's largest private label food and beverage producer.

Oakland brings nearly 40 years of food and beverage industry experience, including significant leadership roles at The J.M. Smucker Company. His extensive board experience includes serving on Foot Locker's board (2014-2025) and current positions on the boards of TreeHouse Foods and FMI, The Food Industry Association.

MAUMEE, Ohio, Aug. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Andersons, Inc. (Nasdaq: ANDE) has named Steven Oakland to the company's board of directors, effective August 21, 2025.

Mr. Oakland is chairman, CEO, and president of TreeHouse Foods, Inc., North America's largest private label food and beverage producer focused on customer brands and custom products, with a network of manufacturing facilities across the United States and Canada. He has served as a director of TreeHouse since March 2, 2018, and was appointed CEO and president effective March 26, 2018. He became chairman in April 2023.

His nearly 40 years of experience in the food and beverage industry include serving as vice chair and president of U.S. food and beverage for The J.M. Smucker Company (Smucker's), a manufacturer of branded food products. Mr. Oakland served in increasingly senior positions during his time with Smucker's, including president of coffee and food service, president of international food service, president of U.S. retail-Smucker's Jif and Hungry Jack, and general manager of Smucker's Canadian operations.

Mr. Oakland's board experience includes several community, private, and public company boards. He served on the board of Foot Locker from 2014 to 2025, where he was chair of multiple committees. He is currently on the board of directors of TreeHouse Foods, Inc. and FMI, The Food Industry Association.

"Steve brings a vast amount of industry knowledge and a strong tenure of leadership experience that make him an excellent addition to our board of directors," said Chairman Pat Bowe. "We look forward to his contributions and are pleased to welcome him as The Andersons continues its focus on strategic growth opportunities."

About The Andersons, Inc. 
The Andersons, Inc., is a North American agriculture company that conducts business in the agribusiness and renewables sectors. Guided by its Statement of Principles, The Andersons is committed to providing extraordinary service to its customers, helping its employees improve, supporting its communities, and increasing the value of the company. For more information, please visit www.andersonsinc.com.

View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/the-andersons-inc-names-steven-oakland-to-board-of-directors-302536009.html

SOURCE The Andersons, Inc.

FAQ

Who is Steven Oakland, the new board member of The Andersons (ANDE)?

Steven Oakland is the chairman, CEO, and president of TreeHouse Foods, with nearly 40 years of food and beverage industry experience. He previously held senior positions at J.M. Smucker Company.

When did Steven Oakland join The Andersons (ANDE) board of directors?

Steven Oakland joined The Andersons' board of directors on August 21, 2025.

What is Steven Oakland's current role at TreeHouse Foods?

Steven Oakland serves as chairman, CEO, and president of TreeHouse Foods, North America's largest private label food and beverage producer.

What other board experience does Steven Oakland have?

Oakland served on Foot Locker's board from 2014 to 2025 and currently serves on the boards of TreeHouse Foods and FMI, The Food Industry Association.