Multi-protein food business Hilton Food Group has appointed Mark Clare as non-executive chair of the company’s board, as Mark Allen is appointed group CEO of the business.
Clare has been appointed as independent non-executive chair of the Hilton Food Group board with effect from 1st July 2026.
Hilton said that Clare had “extensive” public listed company experience as a chief executive, non-executive director, senior independent director and board chair. Clare has held a number of positions at financial and energy companies, and is currently a non-executive director and chair of the Remuneration Committee at Wickes Group Plc and a non-executive director at Drax Group Plc.
The news follows Steve Murrells stepping down from the position of CEO in 2025.
Mark Allen, executive chair, commented: “Mark brings fantastic public company and commercial experience to our board. He has been successful at the most senior executive and non-executive levels in a distinguished career. The board and I are very much looking forward to working with him.
“In the role of group chief executive officer, I will value the broad and deep experience he will be able to bring to bear as chair of the board, especially as we implement our clear plan arising from our strategic review to focus the business on its core capabilities and deliver sustainable long-term growth.”
Mark Clare, incoming chair, stated: “I am delighted to be joining the board. Hilton Foods is at a pivotal stage in its evolution as it focuses on its strategy built around three growth levers, disciplined capital allocation and updated medium-term targets. I am excited to have the opportunity to lead the board as we seek to maximise the business’ core, enhance its mix and expand geographically.”
