With the dawn of 2014 already well upon us, Ready Pac is not only celebrating its 45th anniversary of providing delicious and innovative fresh-cut produce solutions, but it is also taking this time to reflect on how far it has come and what new goals are ahead.
Ready Pac’s passion for innovation and providing delicious meal solutions for the fresh foods industry first started back in 1969 when founder Dennis Gertmenian received an urgent request from his father’s largest customer for ready-to-eat salads. With only French knives, cutting boards, and a bathtub for washing the produce, Gertmenian successfully prepared and delivered fresh salads to the customers. And thus, Ready Pac was born.
“My favorite thing about working for Ready Pac is the rapid pace for progress that we’ve set for ourselves,” says Tristan Simpson, Senior Director of Marketing and Corporate Communications. “The fresh foods industry is built on the concept of moving product quickly and efficiently – but Ready Pac’s passion for innovation takes that idea one step further.”
Under the leadership of CEO Tony Sarsam, Ready Pac has continued its commitment to creative product development and great tasting fresh foods. In fact, Ready Pac was the first to bring the concept of European Salad Blends to the U.S. From there, the company created the “pillow pack” for bagged salads and later introduced a unique, proprietary “crisp” packaging for bagged salads. Ready Pac also set the bar for bagged salad processing with its triple wash system, sustainable packaging and processing, and usage of solar power, according to a press release.
Looking forward, the company is helping its fans successfully accomplish their health goals with the “Ready Pac Fit & Fresh Challenge.” By participating in this six week challenge, you have a chance to win a $500 Amazon gift card and a year’s supply of Ready Pac’s fresh Bistro Bowl™ salads.
To enter, create a Pinterest board named “Ready Pac Fit & Fresh Challenge” and fill your board with items such as your favorite Ready Pac Bistro Bowl salad, a fun workout, a low calorie treat, your favorite Ready Pac recipe, and more. More details can be found on the company’s Pinterest board, linked below.
Ready Pac Fit & Fresh Pinterest Six Week Challenge
Congratulations on a successful 45 years, Ready Pac!
