General Mills names Dana McNabb as next CEO

General Mills has announced that Dana McNabb, the company’s current Chief Operating Officer, will succeed Jeff Harmening as Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2027. Upon the transition, Harmening will move into the role of executive chair of the company’s board of directors.

McNabb is a long-time company veteran with a career spanning over 27 years. Her previous leadership roles include serving as Group President of North America Retail, Chief Strategy and Growth Officer, and Group President of the Europe and Australia segment. In her current capacity as COO, she oversees all four operating segments and key functions such as supply chain, sales, and innovation.

Maria Henry, the board’s independent lead director, stated that the appointment follows a multi-year succession planning process. The board expressed confidence in McNabb’s ability to lead the company’s next phase of growth and value creation, citing her deep understanding of the industry and global business operations.