CEO
Chief Executives for Corporate Purpose (CECP)
Daryl Brewster is the CEO of Chief Executives for Corporate Purpose (CECP), a CEO-led coalition of the world’s leading companies dedicated to helping companies drive long-term value thru positive impact. Since 2013, he has led CECP’s growth into a premier platform for data, consulting services, investor engagement on driving long-term value for more than 200 companies representing $7 trillion in annual revenues.
Starting as a beer truck driver to help fund college, he has 30+ years of corporate executive experience in the US and abroad, including as an officer for several Fortune 500 companies, the turnaround CEO of a publicly traded company, the head of five multi-billion-dollar businesses and as a director for a dozen public/private companies.
He currently serves on the Boards of Freshpet, a billion-dollar publicly traded growth company; Bazooka Brands, a $500 million global confections company ; Mana Nutrition, a nonprofit addressing childhood malnutrition; Muffin Mam, a specialty food manufacturer; and the National Organization on Disability (NOD). He is also the Founder and CEO of Brookside Management, which provides counsel to executives and organizations undergoing transformation, serving Fortune 500 companies, consulting firms, investors, and turnarounds.
Previously, Daryl held senior leadership roles in the consumer goods industry, including as President of Kraft’s U.S. Snacks, President of Planters Specialty Foods, and as CEO of Krispy Kreme Doughnuts. With more than 30 years of executive experience, he has guided global businesses and companies through periods of significant growth, transition, and innovation, helping to build a dozen $100 million business platforms.
Daryl brings a deep commitment to driving long-term business success thru positive impact, drawing on his experience across corporate leadership, governance, and purpose-driven strategy.