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Linn Evans

Chief Legal Officer at Ahold Delhaize

Ahold DelhaizeZaandam, North Holland, Netherlands

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Experience16+ Years
LevelCXO

Executive Overview

Seasoned legal professional with over 30 years of experience in grocery retail and private practice. Joined the Ahold Delhaize family of companies in 1998 as a senior attorney at Food Lion, and has since held several leadership roles at Food Lion, Delhaize America, and Delhaize Group and is now a member of Ahold Delhaize's Executive Committee. Expert in legal affairs has been instrumental in the development of Ahold Delhaize's compliance and policy framework. Played a key role in the merger of parent companies Delhaize Group and Royal Ahold in 2016, managing the U.S. regulatory approval process for the merger and developing the governance of the merged company. Leader with a focus on nourishing communities, advocating for accessible healthy food and empowering sustainable practices.

Career Timeline

Professional employment history
  • Apr 2024–Present· 2 yrs 5 mos
    • Chief Legal Officer, Ahold DelhaizeCurrent
      Apr 2024–Present
  • 2010–Present· 16 yrs 8 mos
    • Chief Legal Officer, General CounselCurrent
      2010–Present
  • 2018–Apr 2024· 6 yrs 3 mos
    • Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel, Ahold Delhaize USA
      2018–Apr 2024

Education

Juris Doctor

Legal Studies, General

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

Business/Accounting/Finance

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

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Chief Operating Officer

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