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Flavor Industry Leader Stays Rooted in Israel, Citing National Importance
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First reported by Calcalist · 1 day ago
What happened
Keren Cohen Hazon, CEO of Torpaz Industries, is committed to keeping the company's headquarters in Israel, viewing domestic industry as vital for national independence. Under her leadership, Torpaz has grown into a global flavor and fragrance giant through strategic acquisitions, with significant recent expansion in North America.
- 01Flavor industry CEO Keren Cohen Hazon prioritizes keeping Torpaz Industries based in Israel.
- 02She believes Israeli industry is crucial for national economic independence and employment.
- 03Torpaz Industries has become a global leader through mergers and acquisitions.
- 04The company recently acquired US-based Phoenix Flavors & Fragrances for $95 million.
- 05Cohen Hazon also engages in significant philanthropic efforts supporting Israeli hospitals.
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