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BellRing Brands appoints Michael Axelrod as CEO effective July 29, 2026
BELLRING BRANDS, INC.
- Michael Axelrod named President and CEO, effective July 29, 2026; succeeds Darcy Davenport who retires and becomes advisor.
- Axelrod previously CEO of Snak King and Del Real Foods; brings 30+ years CPG experience.
- Compensation: $1M base salary, target bonus 100% of base, equity award of $4.75M (40% RSUs, 60% PRSUs).
- Severance: 2x salary+bonus for non-CIC termination, 3x for CIC; also transaction bonus of 1x salary upon change in control.
- BellRing reported over $2.3B in sales under Davenport's leadership.