Merriam, KS — Seaboard Overseas & Trading Group (SOTG), a division of the Fortune 500 Seaboard Corporation, is strengthening its innovation capabilities with the appointment of Joelle Abega as Innovation Director. Reporting to Bruno Olierhoek, Regional Vice President (Congos), Abega will will play a key role in fostering innovation across SOTG’s global operations, in alignment with the company’s group purpose: “Together Creating Value Globally Through Sustainable Nutrition.”
With over 25 years of experience in innovation, product development, and market strategy, Abega has successfully led cross-functional teams, driven consumer-centric product innovations, and introduced packaging transformations across diverse markets. Her expertise in translating insights into market-driven solutions and fostering collaborative innovation ecosystems will support SOTG’s ongoing efforts to enhance product and service offerings.
“I am thrilled to officially join SOTG and embark on this exciting journey of driving innovation and delivering impactful solutions,” said Joelle Abega. “I look forward to collaborating with teams across the organization to strengthen our value proposition, unlock new opportunities, and shape the future of our industry.”
Driving Innovation at SOTG
Abega’s appointment enhances SOTG’s focus on delivering sustainable, market-driven solutions.
“As we continue to foster a culture of innovation, Joelle’s leadership will be instrumental in ensuring that our efforts are aligned, impactful, and drive measurable business growth,” said Jack Bresky, SOTG President and CEO.
With Abega leading innovation, SOTG is furthering its efforts in sustainable nutrition, operational excellence, and impactful solutions for the global food and agribusiness sector.