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Mgp Ingredients Appoints Julie Francis As Chief Executive Officer

Jul 21, 2025•12 days ago

Position

Chief Executive Officer

Company

MGP Ingredients

Julie Francis
AtchisonFood And Beverage

Description

MGP Ingredients has announced the appointment of Julie Francis as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. She brings over 30 years of experience in the food and beverage industries and aims to advance MGP's long-term vision.

Company Information

Company

MGP Ingredients

Location

Atchison, Kansas, United States

About

MGP is a leading U.S. supplier of premium distilled spirits and the largest producer of specialty wheat proteins and starches. The company’s distilled spirits include gins, vodkas, and bourbon and rye whiskeys that are carefully crafted through a combination of art and science and backed by over 150 years of experience. Our non-GMO proteins and starches provide functional, nutritional and sensory benefits to a host of applications that align with MGP’s focus on adding more goodness to food. MGP is headquartered in Atchison, Kansas, where distilled alcohol products and food ingredients are produced. Premium spirits are also distilled and matured at the Company’s facility in Lawrenceburg, Indiana.

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