Jeff Harsh named new Chief Operating Officer of Advantage Solutions Branded Services business segment
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Aug 08 2025
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Leadership Appointment: Jeff Harsh has been appointed as the new Chief Operating Officer of Advantage Solutions' Branded Services segment, effective August 25, bringing extensive experience from The Hershey Company to enhance operational excellence and client value.
Strategic Transition: Dean General will transition to a newly created role as Chief Industry Development Officer, focusing on strengthening client and retailer engagement strategies while remaining part of the executive leadership team.
Analyst Views on ADV
Wall Street analysts forecast ADV stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for ADV is 2.00 USD with a low forecast of 1.50 USD and a high forecast of 2.50 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
2 Analyst Rating
1 Buy
1 Hold
0 Sell
Moderate Buy
Current: 0.990
Low
1.50
Averages
2.00
High
2.50
Current: 0.990
Low
1.50
Averages
2.00
High
2.50
About ADV
Advantage Solutions Inc. is a provider of business solutions to consumer goods manufacturers and retailers. It offers a platform of quality omni-channel services, such as brokerage (headquarter sales), retail merchandising, in-store sampling and private brand development. Its segments include Branded Services, Experiential Services, and Retailer Services. The Branded Services segment offers capabilities in brokerage, branded merchandising and omni-commerce marketing services to consumer goods manufacturers. The Experiential Services segment expands the reach of consumer brands and retailer products to convert shoppers into buyers through sampling and product demonstration programs executed in-store and online. The Retailer Services segment provides retailers with end-to-end advisory, retailer merchandising, and agency expertise to drive sales. It provides retailers with an end-to-end solution, including private brand strategy, merchandising, retail media and aisle/shelf optimization.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
