date:May 10, 2012
Driscoll replaces Rick Wolford, a director, who has served as interim CEO since February after the previous CEO Michael Mendes was suspended over questionable payments to walnut growers.
Between 2002 and 2007, Driscoll held executive positions at Kraft North America after roles at Nabisco Biscuits, Nestle USA and Procter Gamble.
Driscoll will bag a base salary of $825,000 in his new role.
Wolford said:I believe Diamond's future is very bright and will benefit significantly from Brian's expe