B&G Foods, Inc. BGS announced today that David L. Wenner plans to retire as President and Chief Executive Officer in December 2014, following the completion of a process to choose his successor. Mr. Wenner's retirement will bring to a close a remarkable career of more than 25 years of continuous service to B&G Foods, including more than 21 years of leadership as President and Chief Executive Officer. Following his retirement, it is expected that Mr. Wenner will remain on the Board of Directors.