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Reynolds American Employees Commemorate 150th Anniversary by Sealing Time Capsule in Tobaccoville, NC

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TOBACCOVILLE, N.C. (February 11, 2026) — Employees of the Reynolds American organization (Reynolds) gathered today at the Reynolds Operations Center in Tobaccoville, North Carolina, to officially conclude the organization’s 150th anniversary of the founding of R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company.   To conclude this milestone, employees selected a curated collection of items for the 150th Anniversary … Continued

Reynolds Executive Wade Huckabee Named 2025 Visionary by Consumer Goods Technology

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Wade Huckabee, SVP of Strategy & Transformation at Reynolds American, was named to Consumer Goods Technology’s 2025 Visionaries list for his leadership in driving change throughout the organization.   The Visionaries list recognizes trailblazing executives from leading consumer goods organizations who are taking measured, strategic approaches to advance transforming business operations in efficient, sustainable ways.   Since 2024, Wade has led the … Continued

Reynolds American Featured in POLITICO Focus: When Tradition Meets Transformation

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The Reynolds American organization (Reynolds) recently partnered with POLITICO Focus to share the story of its legacy and ongoing transformation within American agriculture and manufacturing. As the organization concludes its 150th anniversary year, dating back to the founding of R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company in 1875, the feature article explores how Reynolds continues to shape the … Continued

Growth Momentum Continues: Reynolds Adds 200 Manufacturing Positions to Power Smokeless Transformation

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Reynolds adds 1,000 jobs in two years, supporting a thriving North Carolina economy   Winston-Salem, N.C. (December 9, 2025) – The Reynolds American organization (Reynolds) continues to add jobs in the Winston-Salem area and beyond, with the announcement of 200 new manufacturing roles in 2026 at the expansive Reynolds Operations Center in Tobaccoville, N.C.   … Continued

Reynolds Partners with The Wall Street Journal to Spotlight Innovation and Sustainability

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The Reynolds American organization (Reynolds) has partnered with The Wall Street Journal to spotlight the company’s forward-thinking approach to manufacturing and sustainability. The piece outlines Reynolds’ strategic direction and showcases how the company is embracing innovation while staying grounded in its core values.   The article explores how Reynolds is navigating a rapidly evolving industry … Continued

Forsyth Tech, Reynolds American Launch Future-Ready Workforce Alliance to Build Careers and Opportunity

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Winston-Salem, N.C. (October 7, 2025) – Forsyth Technical Community College, in partnership with the Reynolds American organization (Reynolds), is proud to announce the launch of the Future-Ready Workforce Alliance, a bold new initiative designed to close the skills gap, prepare workers for in-demand jobs, and strengthen the economy in Forsyth and Stokes Counties and across the … Continued

Podcast: Collaborative Efforts Drive Decrease in Underage Tobacco Use

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Reynolds and TruAge spotlight industry innovation in underage access prevention.   In a recent episode of CSP’s At Your Convenience podcast, Kara Calderon, Head of Underage Access Prevention at Reynolds, and Stephanie Sikorski, CEO of TruAge, spoke about the collaborative efforts to prevent underage access to tobacco and nicotine products.     The conversation highlighted … Continued

Reynolds American Organization Announces Appointment of Dawn-Marie Hutchinson as Chief Information Officer

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Winston-Salem, N.C. (September 10, 2025) – Reynolds American Inc. (Reynolds), the global BAT Group’s U.S. subsidiary, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dawn-Marie Hutchinson to the role of Senior Vice President & Chief Information Officer within the Reynolds organization. In this role, Hutchinson will lead the Reynolds organization’s technology strategy and operations, encompassing digital workplace, … Continued

Reynolds Executive Bernd Meyer Named Business Intelligence Group Sustainability Award Recipient

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Reynolds American Inc. is pleased to share that Bernd Meyer, EVP, Operations, has been named a winner of the 2025 Sustainability Awards presented by Business Intelligence Group. Bernd was recognized in the Sustainability Hero – Executive category for his outstanding work in advancing environmental and social impact while delivering measurable business results across the Reynolds … Continued