FLOWERS FOODS ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT OF CHIEF SALES OFFICER

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Flowers Foods announced that D. Keith Wheeler, chief sales officer, will retire after 35 years of service. Wheeler will step down from his role on August 31, 2023, and will serve as a senior advisor until December 31, 2023.

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THOMASVILLE, Ga., Aug. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) today announced that effective December 31, 2023, D. Keith Wheeler, chief sales officer, will retire from the company after 35 years of service. Wheeler will step down from his current role on August 31, 2023, and will serve until his retirement as a senior advisor to Ryals McMullian, chairman, chief executive officer, and president of Flowers.

"I'd like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to Keith for his years of exemplary service to our company," said McMullian. "His unique combination of leadership, communication, and collaboration – together with an in-depth understanding of our business – has had a tremendous impact on our company's success. Flowers Foods and the teams Keith has led throughout his career have benefitted greatly from his extensive experience, industry knowledge, and friendship. We wish him the very best in his retirement."

Wheeler joined Flowers Foods in 1988 and was named to his current role in 2017. Previously, he served as president of Flowers Bakeries, senior vice president of the company's West Coast region, regional controller, and bakery president. In these roles, he led numerous large-scale projects important to the company's growth, including integrating several bakery and brand acquisitions and expanding distribution networks in key markets.

About Flowers Foods

Headquartered in Thomasville, Ga., Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) is one of the largest producers of packaged bakery foods in the United States with 2022 sales of $4.8 billion. Flowers operates bakeries across the country that produce a wide range of bakery products. Among the company's top brands are Nature's Own, Dave's Killer Bread, Wonder, Canyon Bakehouse, and Tastykake. Learn more at www.flowersfoods.com.

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FAQ

When will D. Keith Wheeler retire from Flowers Foods?

D. Keith Wheeler will retire from Flowers Foods on December 31, 2023.

What was D. Keith Wheeler's role at Flowers Foods?

D. Keith Wheeler was the chief sales officer at Flowers Foods.

Who will D. Keith Wheeler serve as a senior advisor to?

D. Keith Wheeler will serve as a senior advisor to Ryals McMullian, the chairman, CEO, and president of Flowers Foods.

How long has D. Keith Wheeler been with Flowers Foods?

D. Keith Wheeler has been with Flowers Foods for 35 years, joining in 1988.

What impact has D. Keith Wheeler had on Flowers Foods?

D. Keith Wheeler's leadership, communication, collaboration, and in-depth understanding of the business have had a tremendous impact on Flowers Foods' success.