Kaival Brands has expanded the role of Barry Hopkins, Executive Chairman, to include the positions of Interim CEO & President. Former CEO & President Eric Mosser has been appointed CEO & President of Kaival Brands International, the company’s subsidiary which has an international licensing relationship with Philip Morris Products S.A., a wholly owned affiliate of Philip Morris International. Hopkins was appointed Chairman of the Board in March 2023 and has 40-year experience in the tobacco industry. Prior to retiring from Altria as Vice President of National Accounts in 2005, Hopkins led a team of National Account Executives responsible for more than 50% of Philip Morris’ U.S.A. sales. After retiring from Altria, Hopkins joined Turning Point Brands where he led the post-acquisition operational activities of VaporBeast/Vapor Shark. In his last role at Turning Point Brands, Hopkins served as Senior Vice President of Executive Organizational Development. The Board of Directors of Kaival Brands plans to expand the company’s senior management team by commencing a search for a permanent CEO and/or President during 2024 as the company’s needs dictate.
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