Givaudan: reported that Chris Thoen, head of global science and technology, has decided to retire at the end of August 2018. He stepped down from the executive committee at the end of May but will continue to provide advice on strategic projects until his retirement.  Thoen will retire after a distinguished 32-year global career in research and development, notably in various senior positions at P&G. He joined Givaudan as head of science and technology for flavors in 2011, and was appo...