by Talk Business & Politics staff (staff2@talkbusiness.net)

Tyson Foods has given two top executives expanded roles, according to a Tuesday (Feb. 25) filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

The Springdale-based meat giant named Devin Cole as group president of poultry, succeeding Wes Morris who is stepping down. Morris will remain with the company to assist in the transition and plans to retire early next year.

In addition to his new role, Cole will continue to oversee the company’s international and global McDonald’s businesses, which are jobs he has held since early 2024. He will report to CEO Donnie King. Cole has more than 22 years at Tyson Foods, and management positions at Keystone Foods and George’s Inc. of Springdale where he spent seven years as chief operating officer.

Tyson Foods tightens its management circle

by Kim Souza (ksouza@talkbusiness.net)

David Bray, who has managed Tyson Foods’ poultry business since July 2021, is being replaced by Wes Morris. Bray spent 14 years at Tyson Foods, most of them working in the company’s retail business in sales roles.

Tyson said Morris assumed the role of president for the chicken business effective Jan. 27. He has more than 35 years of experience working in poultry and consumer sales. Morris first joined Tyson Foods in 1999 and held several leadership positions, including group vice president of consumer products, and last working as the president of prepared foods operations for four years before retiring in 2017.

“Wes is a recognized leader who will help position us for continued success and the future growth of our chicken segment,” said Tyson Foods CEO Donnie King. “We’re confident his experience will help us continue to strengthen our chicken operations and meet growing consumer demand for Tyson® brand products.”

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