Mr. David Archambault serves as President, U.S. at Hershey Foods, where he oversees all domestic operations, driving strategic growth and innovation for one of America's most iconic confectionery brands. With over 25 years in the consumer packaged goods industry, Archambault began his career at Procter & Gamble, rising through the ranks in sales and marketing roles for household staples like Tide and Pringles. He later honed his expertise in the sweets sector at Mars, Incorporated, where he led North American chocolate divisions, spearheading the launch of successful product lines that boosted market share by 15% during his tenure. Archambault joined Hershey Foods in 2015 as Senior Vice President of U.S. Sales, quickly distinguishing himself by revitalizing key retail partnerships with giants like Walmart and Target. Under his leadership, Hershey achieved record revenues in 2020 despite pandemic challenges, through agile supply chain optimizations and digital marketing campaigns that expanded e-commerce sales by 40%. His notable achievements include the blockbuster rollout of Hershey's Plant-Based Chocolate line, capturing a burgeoning vegan market segment, and fostering sustainability initiatives that reduced packaging waste by 25%. Today, as President, U.S., Archambault champions Hershey's "Joyful Moments" vision, focusing on premiumization and category expansion while navigating competitive pressures. A graduate of the Wharton School with an MBA, he is a sought-after speaker on consumer trends and is committed to mentoring diverse talent pipelines within the company.