Fresh food producer FiveStar Gourmet Foods, makers of Simply Fresh™ is bringing aboard Michael Solomon as president, effective immediately. Reporting to CEO Tal Shoshan, Solomon will oversee all day-to-day operations out of the company’s Ontario, CA headquarters. Shoshan will continue to oversee the company’s innovation and strategic growth.
FiveStar Gourmet Foods owns Simply Fresh™ and has produced premium, healthy foods for more than two decades. With multiple processing SQF level 3 USDA/FDA facilities nationwide, FiveStar produces and distributes a line of retail and foodservice products that are both premium and affordable.
"Growth and innovation in the fresh prepared foods landscape has only intensified through the pandemic. We expect continued strong performance and Michael’s specific expertise is a driving factor in our future success as a premium producer of smart and delicious fresh prepared foods,” says Shoshan. “Michael will work closely with us to streamline operations, identify new strategic partners and help strengthen our position as the fastest-growing brand within fresh value-added.”
Solomon earned a degree in Business and Managerial Economics from Union College and a Master’s in Business Administration (M.B.A.) from the Wharton School of Business. He joins FiveStar Gourmet Foods from Dole Fresh Vegetables, where he also served as president. Prior to this, he held roles as president at POM Wonderful and president and CEO of Ready Pac Foods, Inc. where he led the organization through several years of record performance. Solomon also has run a successful business consultancy for more than 30 years.
“Tal and I have a long history as both competitors and friends. I admire his drive and commitment to growth and innovation in the category,” says Solomon. “I’ve been impressed with FiveStar’s market position and have a strong vision for how we’ll collaborate to take the company to the next level. FiveStar has a modern, state-of-the-art infrastructure, an unparalleled food safety record and strong innovation. It’s easy to see that FiveStar has a clear path for major growth and I am really excited to join as president.”
For more information:
Tristan Simpson
Tel: +1 (310) 293-2184
tristan@tristanmichelemarketing.com
www.fivestargourmetfoods.com