WESTERVILLE, OHIO — Carl R. Stealey has been named president of the retail division at Lancaster Colony Corp., the parent company of Marzetti salad dressing, Sister Schubert's dinner rolls and Flatout flat breads.

Mr. Stealey brings more than 18 years of experience in the consumer products industry to the role. Most recently, he was general manager and vice-president at Conagra Brands, Inc. Previously, he was vice-president of U.S. marketing for Mead Johnson Nutrition. Mr. Stealey also has held various leadership roles in marketing, innovation and strategy with Procter & Gamble.

He has a bachelor's degree in accounting from the University of Cincinnati and a master of business administration degree from the University of Virginia Darden School of Business.

"I am very excited to welcome Carl to our senior leadership team," said David A. Ciesinski, president and chief executive officer of Lancaster Colony. "His breadth of experience and track record of success with consumer brands provide a great fit for our organization. We look forward to Carl's positive influence and strategic leadership in driving our retail division towards greater growth and profitability."