Utz Brands expects John Lindeman to succeed Howard Friedman as CEO after take-private deal closes
UTZ•Utz Brands expects John Lindeman to succeed Howard Friedman as CEO after its take-private transaction is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2026.
1. CEO transition
Utz Brands expects John Lindeman to succeed Howard Friedman as CEO following the take-private transaction's expected closing in the fourth quarter of 2026.




