‘A Lifelong Goal’: Campbell’s CEO Moves From Canned Soup to NFL’s Commanders

First, the Campbell’s Company changed its name. Now, the company is changing CEOs.

Current CEO Mark Clouse, 56, will step down effective January 31 to become president of the NFL’s Washington Commanders, the company announced on Tuesday.

“The Washington Commanders role is a once-in-a-lifetime position that blends my passion for business and love of sports,” Clouse said in a statement. “A leadership role in professional sports is the only thing that would’ve pulled me away from Campbell’s.”

On LinkedIn, Clouse congratulated current EVP, President Meals & Beverages at The Campbell’s Company, Mick Beekhuizen, on “becoming the 15th CEO in Campbell’s 155-year history.”

“This evening, I announced my plan to retire from The

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