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Tyson Foods taps Schomburger as CEO

WLJ
Jun. 26, 2026 1 minute read
Tyson Foods taps Schomburger as CEO

Jeff Schomburger

Tyson Foods

Tyson Foods Inc. announced recently that Jeff Schomburger was tapped to replace Donnie King as CEO and president.

Schomburger has been a member of the Tyson Foods Board of Directors since 2016, and previously held senior leadership roles at Proctor & Gamble.

“I’m energized by the opportunity to strengthen our iconic brands with superior products, capitalize on emerging opportunities through AI acceleration, and continue to win with customers and consumers,” Schomburger said.

King will remain on the Tyson Foods Board of Directors.

Schomburger’s appointment begins in October.

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