Middleby Names Amy Campbell as Chief Financial Officer of Food Processing Business

Middleby Food Processing Completes Executive Leadership Team Ahead of Spin-Off

Apr. 1, 2026 at 11:26am

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The Middleby Corporation, a global leader in the foodservice industry, announced that Amy Campbell will serve as Chief Financial Officer of the Food Processing business when it becomes an independent public company in the second quarter of 2026. This appointment completes the leadership team that will guide the Food Processing business as it embarks on its next chapter of growth as an independent, publicly traded company.

Why it matters

The spin-off of Middleby's Food Processing business is part of the company's strategic portfolio transformation designed to maximize shareholder value by creating three focused, industry-leading businesses. The separation will position the Food Processing business to pursue its own capital allocation strategy, optimize its capital structure, and accelerate growth through strategic investments and acquisitions.

The details

Amy Campbell brings extensive financial leadership experience to Middleby Food Processing, most recently serving as CFO of REV Group, Inc. (NYSE: REVG), a leading manufacturer of specialty vehicles, since April 2024. Before joining REV Group, Ms. Campbell was CFO of ASC Engineered Solutions, CFO for BrandSafway's Commercial and Industrial Division and had a 23-year tenure with Caterpillar, Inc. which included several segment CFO roles, as well as Vice President of Investor Relations, and Chief Audit Officer.

  • The spin-off is expected to be completed in the second quarter of 2026.
  • Amy Campbell joined The Middleby Corporation effective immediately.

The players

Amy Campbell

Amy Campbell is the newly appointed Chief Financial Officer of Middleby's Food Processing business. She brings extensive financial leadership experience, including most recently serving as CFO of REV Group, Inc. (NYSE: REVG).

Mark Salman

Mark Salman will serve as Chief Executive Officer of the Food Processing business upon completion of the spin-off.

The Middleby Corporation

The Middleby Corporation is a global leader in the foodservice industry, developing and manufacturing a broad line of solutions used in commercial foodservice and food processing.

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What they’re saying

“Amy is a highly respected finance executive with deep experience in industrial manufacturing and public company operations. Her proven track record leading finance organizations through periods of significant growth and transformation makes her ideally suited to establish the financial foundation for our business as an independent public company. I am thrilled to have Amy join our leadership team as we capture the significant growth opportunities ahead.”

— Mark Salman, Chief Executive Officer, Middleby Food Processing

“I am looking forward to joining Middleby Food Processing at such an exciting time. This business is uniquely positioned with industry-leading brands, innovative total line solution offerings and a robust pipeline of future growth opportunities. As an independent company, we will have enhanced focus and flexibility to accelerate our growth strategy, and I look forward to working with Mark and the entire leadership team to build a strong financial foundation that supports our long-term success.”

— Amy Campbell, Chief Financial Officer, Middleby Food Processing

What’s next

The spin-off of Middleby's Food Processing business is expected to be completed in the second quarter of 2026.

The takeaway

The appointment of Amy Campbell as Chief Financial Officer completes the executive leadership team for Middleby's Food Processing business, positioning it for success as an independent, publicly traded company. The spin-off will allow the Food Processing business to pursue its own capital allocation strategy, optimize its capital structure, and accelerate growth through strategic investments and acquisitions.