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David West
Chief Executive Officer at
CONYERS PARK III ACQUISITION CORP.
Net worth: 23 M $ as of 2026-06-29
Profile
Currently, David J.
West serves as Chairman & Chief Executive Officer at Conyers Park III Acquisition Corp.
since 2023, Independent Director at Freshpet, Inc. since 2023, Independent Director at The Simply Good Foods Co. since 2023, Independent Director at Advantage Solutions, Inc. (California) since 2019, Partner at Centerview Capital Consumer since 2016, and Trustee at Bucknell University.
Formerly, the roles included President, Chief Executive Officer & Director at The Hershey Co. from 2007 to 2011; Chief Executive Officer & Director at Del Monte Foods Co. from 2011 to 2014; President & Chief Executive Officer at Del Monte Foods, Inc. from 2014 to 2015; Chairman at Big Heart Pet Brands, Inc. from 2015 to 2016; Chief Executive Officer & Director at Conyers Park Acquisition Corp., Inc. from 2016 to 2017; Chief Executive Officer & Director at Conyers Park II Acquisition Corp.
from 2019 to 2020; Director at The J.
M.
Smucker Co. in 2016; Director at Tasty Baking Co. from 2003 to 2011; Independent Director at TIBCO Software, Inc. in 2014; Senior Vice President, CFO-Biscuit & Snacks Group at Nabisco, Inc. from 1999 to 2000; Senior Vice President-Finance at Mondelez International, Inc. in 2001; and President & Chief Executive Officer at Hershey Foods Corp.
Master Retirement Trust.
Education includes undergraduate studies at Bucknell University.
Known holdings in public companies
| Company | Date | Number of shares | Valuation | Valuation date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
SIMPLY GOOD FOODS CO 1.83% | 2026-05-11 | 1,659,800 ( 1.83% ) | 22 M $ | 2026-06-29 |
| 2026-05-26 | 18,134 ( 0.14% ) | 784 114 $ | 2026-06-29 | |
FRESHPET INC 0.01% | 2026-04-14 | 4,364 ( 0.01% ) | 258 000 $ | 2026-06-29 |
David West active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
| THE SIMPLY GOOD FOODS COMPANY | Director/Board Member | 2017-06-30 |
| ADVANTAGE SOLUTIONS INC. | Director/Board Member | 2019-04-30 |
| CONYERS PARK III ACQUISITION CORP. | Chief Executive Officer | 2021-07-31 |
| FRESHPET, INC. | Director/Board Member | 2023-07-20 |
Bucknell University
 Bucknell University Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Director/Board Member | - |
Centerview Capital Consumer | Corporate Officer/Principal | 2016-04-30 |
Former positions of David West
| Companies | Position | End |
|---|---|---|
| CONYERS PARK II ACQUISITION CORP. | Chief Executive Officer | 2020-09-30 |
| CONYERS PARK ACQUISITION CORP | Chief Executive Officer | 2017-06-30 |
| THE JM SMUCKER COMPANY | Director/Board Member | 2016-08-16 |
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Training of David West
Experiences
Positions held
Active
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Listed companies
Private companies
Connections
65
1st degree connections
19
1st degree companies
Male
Female
Members of the board
Executives
Linked companies
| Private companies | 19 |
|---|---|
The Hershey Co.
 The Hershey Co. Food: Specialty/CandyConsumer Non-Durables Manufactures, sells and distributes chocolate, candy, chewing gum, non-confectionery products and snack foods | Consumer Non-Durables |
The J. M. Smucker Co.
 The J. M. Smucker Co. Food: Specialty/CandyConsumer Non-Durables Produces and markets fruit spreads, peanut butter and other food products | Consumer Non-Durables |
Tasty Baking Co.
 Tasty Baking Co. Food: Specialty/CandyConsumer Non-Durables Manufactures single portion snack foods | Consumer Non-Durables |
Nabisco, Inc.
 Nabisco, Inc. Food: Specialty/CandyConsumer Non-Durables Manufactures cookies and snacks | Consumer Non-Durables |
Del Monte Foods Co.
 Del Monte Foods Co. Food: Specialty/CandyConsumer Non-Durables Produces, distributes and markets premium quality branded food and pet products | Consumer Non-Durables |
TIBCO Software, Inc.
 TIBCO Software, Inc. Packaged SoftwareTechnology Services Develops AI-enabled composable data platform | Technology Services |
Mondelez International, Inc.
 Mondelez International, Inc. Food: Specialty/CandyConsumer Non-Durables Manufactures and sells biscuits, snacks, chocolates, gums, candies, cheese groceries & beverages | Consumer Non-Durables |
Hershey Foods Corp. Master Retirement Trust
 Hershey Foods Corp. Master Retirement Trust Investment ManagersFinance Profile Unavailable | Finance |
Freshpet, Inc.
 Freshpet, Inc. Food: Specialty/CandyConsumer Non-Durables Manufactures and supplies pet foods | Consumer Non-Durables |
Bucknell University
Bucknell University Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
Big Heart Pet Brands, Inc.
 Big Heart Pet Brands, Inc. Food: Specialty/CandyConsumer Non-Durables Produces and distributes pet products | Consumer Non-Durables |
ScholarLeaders International
 ScholarLeaders International ScholarLeaders International is an organization committed to empowering Christian theological leaders from the majority world, focusing on regions where church growth is significant. The non-profit company is based in Lake Forest, IL. The organization equips these leaders through doctoral-level theological education, supports their leadership of organizations, and amplifies their voices to benefit the church. ScholarLeaders invests in leaders, their institutions, and communities to address critical issues and transform churches and societies. The organization shares impact stories and offers opportunities for engagement through donations, prayer, and subscriptions. | |
Del Monte Foods, Inc.
 Del Monte Foods, Inc. Food: Specialty/CandyConsumer Non-Durables Produces, distributes and markets canned and packed vegetables, fruits, tomatoes & snacks | Consumer Non-Durables |
Conyers Park Acquisition Corp., Inc.
 Conyers Park Acquisition Corp., Inc. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Operates as a blank check company | Finance |
Centerview Capital Consumer | |
The Simply Good Foods Co.
 The Simply Good Foods Co. Food: Major DiversifiedConsumer Non-Durables Engages in the development, marketing, and sale of nutritional food and snacking products | Consumer Non-Durables |
Conyers Park II Acquisition Corp.
 Conyers Park II Acquisition Corp. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Operates a blank check company | Finance |
Advantage Solutions, Inc. (California)
 Advantage Solutions, Inc. (California) Advertising/Marketing ServicesCommercial Services Provides marketing and business consulting services | Commercial Services |
Conyers Park III Acquisition Corp.
 Conyers Park III Acquisition Corp. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Operates as a blank check company | Finance |
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