Elanco names Jamie Preston chief people officer
ELAN•Elanco Animal Health appointed Jamie Preston executive vice president and chief people officer, effective November 3, 2026. She succeeds Dave Kinard, who plans to retire at year-end and will support the transition.
1. Leadership appointment
Elanco Animal Health appointed Jamie Preston executive vice president and chief people officer, effective November 3, 2026. She succeeds Dave Kinard, who plans to retire at year-end and will support the transition.
2. Preston’s experience
Preston joins from Eli Lilly with 23 years of experience, including nearly two decades in HR leadership.
