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George G. Weston

Chief Executive Officer, Associated British Foods · United Kingdom

✓ Verified current role· as of 2026-09-17

George G. Weston is the CEO of Associated British Foods (ABF). Weston is based in the United Kingdom. Weston was born in 1964 in England and educated at Harvard Business School and Harvard University.

British businessman born in 1964 who has held the CEO position at Associated British Foods since April 2005. Previously served as managing director of Westmill Foods, Allied Bakeries, and George Weston Foods Ltd (Australia). Educated at New College, Oxford with an MBA from Harvard Business School.

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Recent coverage has focused on Associated British Foods' advancement of a planned spin-off of its Primark retail division, including the appointment of a chief executive for the newly separated entity. Earlier reporting positioned the company as an undervalued investment opportunity and noted its operations across confectionery, ready meals, and snack products.

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Born
March 4, 1964 · England
Citizenship
United Kingdom
Education
Harvard Business School, Harvard University, Westminster School

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George G. Weston: FAQ

Who is George G. Weston?
George G. Weston is the Chief Executive Officer of Associated British Foods, based in United Kingdom.
What company does George G. Weston lead?
George G. Weston is CEO of Associated British Foods.
Where was George G. Weston educated?
George G. Weston studied at Harvard Business School, Harvard University, Westminster School.