John Savage Appointed IOFI President

At the occasion of the 72nd General Assembly held in Hanoi, Vietnam the International Organization of the Flavor Industry (IOFI) has appointed John Savage, President & CEO of Taste at Kerry, as its new President.

He succeeds Jean-Yves Parisot, CEO of Symrise, who has led the association over the past two years (2023–2025).

With 28 years of experience at Kerry, including more than 20 years in the Taste industry, John Savage has held senior leadership roles across Europe, North America and Asia. Since 2020, he serves as President & CEO of Taste, overseeing global operations and strategic initiatives within the company.

As IOFI President, John will chair the twelve-member IOFI Board and guide the association’s work to foster collaboration across the global flavor industry. His priorities will include strengthening stakeholder engagement, promoting sound science, and advancing regulatory harmonization to ensure a sustainable and predictable business environment.

“With over 20 years’ experience in Taste at Kerry, it's a proud moment both personally and for the company to take on Kerry’s first IOFI presidential role.  I’m honoured to represent IOFI, an organisation that plays such a pivotal role in shaping the future of our industry. I look forward to working closely with the board, its members, and the wider community.”

Founded in 1969, the International Organization of the Flavor Industry (IOFI) is the global association representing the industry that creates, produces, and sells flavorings worldwide. With 18 regional and national associations and 11 major global companies as members, and a team of scientific and regulatory experts based in Brussels and Washington D.C., IOFI interacts with stakeholders around the world.