JH

Jeff Hamilton

Executive Vice President & CEO of Zone Americas at Nestlé

Nestlé GlobalVevey, Vaud, Switzerland

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Experience35+ Years
LevelCXO

Executive Overview

As CEO of Nestlé Zone Americas, I’m honored to lead an extraordinary team across a region that plays a vital role in delivering on Nestlé’s purpose: unlocking the power of food to enhance quality of life for everyone, today and for generations to come. With a team of 85,000 colleagues, we manage a diverse portfolio of over 2,500 brands, ranging from global icons like KitKat, Nescafé, Nido to beloved local favorites like Garoto, Nature’s Heart or Malher. Our presence spans the region, from Canada to Chile. For over 150 years, our purpose has been to enhance the quality of life and contribute to a healthier future for the communities in which we operate. What drives me is the opportunity to build high-performing teams, foster a culture of trust, and help people grow. I believe leadership is about enabling others to thrive, and I’m committed to creating an environment where our teams can do their best work — for our consumers, communities, and the planet.

Career Timeline

Professional employment history
  • Jul 2025–Present· 1 yr 2 mos
    • Chief Executive Officer, Zone Americas, NestléCurrent
      Jul 2025–Present
  • Mar 2021–Jun 2025· 4 yrs 3 mos
    • Chief Executive Officer
      Mar 2021–Jun 2025
  • Apr 2014–Mar 2021· 6 yrs 11 mos
    • President & CEO, Nestlé Canada
      Aug 2018–Mar 2021
    • President, Nestlé Foods Division, Nestlé USA
      Mar 2017–Jul 2018
    • President, Nestlé Prepared Foods Division, Nestlé USA
      Apr 2014–Mar 2017
  • Jul 2012–Mar 2014· 1 yr 8 mos
    • General Manager, President, Nestlé Purina Canada
      Jul 2012–Mar 2014
  • Mar 2008–Jun 2012· 4 yrs 3 mos
    • European Director for Generating Demand, Nestlé Purina Europe
      Mar 2008–Jun 2012
  • Oct 2005–Mar 2008· 2 yrs 5 mos
    • Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Nestlé Purina Asia, Oceania and Africa
      Oct 2005–Mar 2008
  • 1991–2005· 14 yrs
    • Director of Marketing, Sales and Marketing Roles, Nestlé Purina Global Strategic Business Unit
      1991–2005

Education

Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

Business Administration and Management, General

Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

Psychology

DePauw University

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