Linn Evans
Chief Legal Officer at Ahold Delhaize
Ahold Delhaize•Zaandam, North Holland, Netherlands
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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
- Ahold DelhaizeCurrentApr 2024–Present· 2 yrs 5 mos
- Chief Legal Officer, Ahold DelhaizeCurrentApr 2024–Present
- Delhaize AmericaCurrent2010–Present· 16 yrs 8 mos
- Chief Legal Officer, General CounselCurrent2010–Present
- 2018–Apr 2024· 6 yrs 3 mos
- Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel, Ahold Delhaize USA2018–Apr 2024
Education
Juris Doctor
Legal Studies, General
The University of North Carolina at Chapel HillBachelor of Science in Business Administration
Business/Accounting/Finance
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill