08:42 AM EST, 12/20/2024 (MT Newswires) -- MGP Ingredients ( MGPI ) said Friday it appointed Chief Financial Officer Brandon Gall to an additional role of interim president and chief executive, effective Jan. 1.

Gall will succeed David Bratcher, who will resign from the board on Dec. 31, but will remain available for advisory services to ensure a smooth transition.

Donn Lux, a current board member, will take over as chairman, succeeding Karen Seaberg, who will remain on the board.

Lux will also lead the search for a permanent CEO, evaluating internal and external candidates to drive growth and strengthen the company's branded spirits portfolio, the company said.