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Krispy Kreme SVP of HR announces retirement

March 19, 2014

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Inc. has announced that Senior Vice President Kenneth J. Hudson will retire by the end of the year.

Hudson, 63, joined Krispy Kreme in October 2003 and has served as SVP — Human Resources and Organizational Development since February 2005. According to a news release, during his tenure, Hudson has been responsible for leadership development, training, team member relations, compensation, benefits and community outreach initiatives for the company's more than 4,000 employees.

"Ken has had an extraordinary career at Krispy Kreme," CEO Jim Morgan said in the release. "He has been an instrumental part of our executive team and a strong advocate for our team members, customers, and the communities in which we operate. His leadership and professionalism will have a lasting impact, and his deep commitment to our company, our mission and our core values will truly be missed."

Hudson will remain on board while the transition takes place, the release said.