Irwindale, CA
By Jordan Okumura
05.06.13
Ready Pac Foods' President and CEO, Michael Solomon has announced his retirement from the company. Michael joined Ready Pac in 2006 and has been President and CEO since 2008, according to a press release.
Mr. Soloman has led Ready Pac through years of record performance. “I have decided that now since I have a strong senior executive on board to focus on the Operations and Financial aspects of the business, and one who complements an already strong management team, the time is right for me to retire from Ready Pac. I look forward to spending more time with my wife and 2 ½ year old son”.
Phillip Theodore will assume the President and CEO responsibilities. Mr. Theodore recently joined the company as Chief Operating Officer. He started his career in the retail supermarket business with Wegman's in the early 80’s and has held key executive and board positions with CPG companies.
“Michael has built a great team at Ready Pac and I am very excited to help lead the team. This company has great employees, innovative products, collaborative distribution partners, and is well positioned for exciting growth”, says Mr. Theodore.
Congrats to all!
