Baldor Specialty Foods announced two strategic additions to its leadership team.
The new appointments include:
Benjamin Walker, who has been promoted to chief revenue officer. A Baldor veteran, Walker joined the company in 2013 as director of business development, and soon after was promoted to director of marketing and business development. After numerous successful campaigns, he became senior director and VP before ultimately becoming SVP of sales, marketing and merchandising in 2021. In his new role, he will continue to lead the revenue-generating functions of sales, marketing and merchandising while helping to drive the company’s growth strategy and building greater cross-functional collaboration at the highest level.
Left to right: Benjamin Walker, Regina Picciano.
Regina Picciano, who has joined Baldor as chief people officer. Picciano has nearly two decades of HR experience – including employee and labor relations, engagement and culture strategies, talent acquisition and policy and compliance management. Most recently, Picciano was at Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits where she was VP of both the HR and sales teams. She held previous roles at Guardian Life, Coca Cola and Diageo. Regina has a master’s degree in human resource management from Fordham University. In addition to managing the HR function at Baldor, she will place a specific emphasis on supporting and strengthening the company culture, as well as enhancing the company’s relationship with the external community.
“I couldn’t be happier with the leadership team we’ve been building over the last 18 months,” said Baldor CEO TJ Murphy. “These two hires, in collaboration with our incredible existing team, will help us define the future of Baldor and take advantage of opportunities that lie before us while keeping us committed to our core values.”
“Over my 11 years at Baldor, I’ve gained a deep understanding of our business, our vendors and the incredible customers that contribute daily to our success,” said Walker. “My goal is to continue to lead us in a culture of radical hospitality, turning the tables on our customers to ensure their success by providing the best products and best service. We will sharpen our existing offerings and continue to differentiate into new solutions, while also expanding the markets we serve.”
“What drew me to Baldor was the commitment to its employees,” said Picciano. “The culture here is one of high engagement and that passion is palpable as you walk around the building. I’m excited to collaborate with TJ and the entire leadership team to establish a people strategy that fosters the growth of both the business and our people.”
For more information:
Amanda Barry
Baldor Specialty Foods
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https://www.baldorfood.com