Ingredion Inc. announced the appointment of Patrick Kalotis as executive vice president, Global Texture & Healthful Solutions, effective December 1, 2025. He will serve as a member of the executive leadership team and report to Jim Zallie, president and CEO.
Kalotis will be responsible for developing the business strategy and driving performance for the global Texture & Healthful Solutions segment. The role encompasses full ownership of the segment's commercial and financial performance, and he will partner with Global Innovation and Global Commercial Excellence to identify and capitalize on growth opportunities.
"Patrick has a tremendous strength in creating momentum by delivering both market growth and profit expansion which will be a key element in leading our Texture & Healthful Solutions segment," said Zallie. "Additionally, his deep CPG knowledge across both global brands, and private label will be a great asset to our future growth strategies."
Kalotis joins Ingredion from APP Group where he served as CEO, Tissues International North America. Prior to APP, Kalotis led the formation of Tropicana Brands Group Company following its carve out from PepsiCo, first as executive vice president and chief growth officer and subsequently as CEO, Naked and Emerging Brands Division. Earlier in his career, he held leadership roles at Danone, Coca-Cola, Mars and Unilever.
Kalotis has a master's degree in mechanical engineering and business, with distinction, and a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Warwick. He also earned a diploma in business management from the Henley Business School.
"The company's strategy to lead through innovation, sustainability and customer collaboration aligns perfectly with my own focus on creating long-term, profitable growth," said Kalotis. "I look forward to working with the executive team to help translate that vision into accelerated growth and value creation for our customers and shareholders."
