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Anton Vincent


Vice President; President, Baking Products

Anton Vincent is the president of General Mills’ Baking division, where he is responsible for the profitable growth of some of America’s most storied brands including Betty Crocker dessert mixes, Bisquick and Gold Medal flour.  

Education
Sam Houston State University BBA, Finance

Indiana University Kelley School of Business, MBA

Boards
Milestone Growth Fund

Breck School (Minnesota)

Indiana University Center for Brand Leadership

The portfolio of brands that he oversees generates more than $1 billion dollars in retail sales.

A corporate officer since 2004, his career spans leadership roles on brands, businesses and corporate initiatives in Baking, Snacks Unlimited, Big G, Corporate Development, Yoplait and Meals.

Vincent is an active member of the General Mills community. He was a founding member of the Black Champions Network and serves as active mentor across functions and organizations including the Partnership for Diversity Growth. 

Formerly, he was vice chairman of the General Mills Credit Union.

Vincent was admitted to the Executive Leadership Council in 2006.

 
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