Lactalis Canada appoints new GM for Cheese, Tablespreads division

Lactalis Canada promotes Burhan Khan to the position of general manager for its Cheese & Tablespreads division, effective October 15, 2025.

Khan will be responsible for the Cheese & Tablespreads division’s overall long-term strategy, sales, marketing and retail partnerships. The portfolio comprises Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond, Balderson, P’tit Québec, Cheestrings Ficello, aMooza, Président, Galbani, Lactantia butter and Enjoy.

“Burhan brings exceptional leadership experience, commercial and marketing acumen and a deep understanding of Lactalis Canada’s business making him a natural fit for this role,” said Mark Taylor, president and CEO, Lactalis Canada. “Lactalis Canada’s Cheese & Tablespreads portfolio represents a significant pillar of our business, and we look forward to Burhan and the team executing on this division’s growth plans and driving the next chapter of its success.”

“I’m thrilled to step into this new role at Lactalis Canada and help steer the Cheese & Tablespreads business during this exciting and transformative time, while staying laser focused on meeting the evolving needs of Canadians and delivering meaningful value to our customers,” said Khan.

Khan joined Lactalis Canada in 2019 and most recently served as vice president, marketing for the Yogurt & Cultured division. Earlier this year, he joined the Cheese & Tablespreads division as vice president of marketing. Prior to Lactalis Canada, Khan held various leadership roles at McCain Foods, Unilever and Reckitt Benckiser.