Godiva Chocolatier is saying goodbye to its current CEO, Annie Young-Scrivner, who is departing at the end of November to pursue another opportunity.

In her place, Nurtac Afridi, a board member of the company, will be leading the firm as Interim CEO. Afridi is also the Chief Strategy & Growth Officer for Godiva's parent company, ildiz Holding.

According to a statement, Afridi has vast experience in various consumer and commercial businesses, a proven track record of powerful business results in corporate development, and extensive strategic expertise.