LENEXA, KAS. — Corbion has announced executive appointments designed to support growth in a key market, bakery.

Steve Scales is now vice-president, sales. In his three years with the organization he has led a national accounts team.

Deborah Hodgson has been named national account director, Foodservice & Supermarket. She joined the organization last year and focused on creating new opportunities in the food service and supermarket channels.

Lee Heaton is now director, strategic accounts. He will be responsible for managing national distributor relationships for bakery. He has been with the organization for five years, most recently as global key account manager for Corbion Caravan.

Abby Ceule has been named director, marketing communications. She will be responsible for the strategy and execution of positioning Corbion and its products in the North American bakery and food markets. She has been with the organization for 10 years, most recently as senior marketing manager, bakery, for Corbion Caravan.