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WHO AM I ?
Rob Sarlls
Chief
Rob was honored to join Wyandot as President and CEO in November 2015 to lead our efforts to become THE leading manufacturer and co-commercializer of better for you snacks. Prior to Wyandot he was one of the senior leaders of John B. Sanfilippo & Son (JBSS), one of the world’s largest snack and recipe nut companies, and proud home of the Fisher and Orchard Valley Harvest brands. During his tenure with JBSS, which included leading its $400 million plus Consumer Sales division as well as serving as overall chief strategist for the company, he led a successful transformation and market repositioning of this 90 year old family run business. Rob has a wardrobe full of suits and ties from his prior life when he advised owners, entrepreneurs, Boards and management teams of food companies up and down the chain on strategy, business and corporate development, and mergers & acquisitions.
Favorite snack: Corn chips (they are better than - you know who!)
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WHO AM I ?
Bob Wentz, C.P.A.
Senior Vice President-Finance, Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer
Bob has provided financial and Tribal leadership for Wyandot for over 20 years. He joined Wyandot as Accounting Manager in 1991 and with successive promotions became our CFO in 2002, Bob is Treasurer of Wyandot Inc. and chairs the Finance Committee of the Board of Directors. Prior to Wyandot Bob worked with two retail businesses: a 600-store discount shoe chain, and a small but fast growing retail clothing chain of which he was a co-owner.
Schools: University of Steubenville, Ashland University (MBA)
Favorite Snack: Chickpea Chips
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WHO AM I ?
Lisa Davis
Vice President, Technical Services
Lisa joined Wyandot in 2014 and leads our Product Development and Quality/Food Safety efforts. She brings to Wyandot a wealth of R&D and QA experience from working with such leading food businesses as Cargill, Pizza Hut, and Sara Lee. In addition to leading our seven food scientists Lisa is a certified Chef, receiving Culinary Certification from the Cincinnati Culinary Arts Academy, an affiliate of the Culinary Institute of America. She is also knowledgeable of Quality and Food Safety programs such as HACCP, SQF and FSMA.
School: The Ohio State University
Favorite Snack: Maya Kaimal Sweet Chili Chickpea Chips
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WHO AM I ?
Bryan Hensel, SPHR and SHRM-SCP
Vice President, Human Resources
Bryan joined us from Marathon Oil in 1989 and leads our Human Resources team. One of our Tribal Leaders, Bryan has been instrumental in keeping Wyandot not only fully compliant with ever changing regulations but has provided critical guidance through multiple company reinventions. He is an active member of our community, serving as a member of the Marion Chamber of Commerce, SHRM, and the Board of Directors for the Marion Speech and Hearing Center.
Schools: University of Findlay, Ashland University (MBA).
Favorite Snack: Nachos
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WHO AM I ?
Brooks Brown
National Sales Manager, Board Member
Brooks has Wyandot in his blood - his grandparents founded the company! He has worked all but three years of his professional life at Wyandot, always focused on meeting customer and prospect needs across all channels (Contract Manufacturing, Foodservice, DSD, and Ingredient Sales), both domestically and internationally. Brooks is passionate about his community, with service on Boards of the Wyandot Popcorn Museum, Marion Rotary Club, Marion Homeless Shelter, Red Cross, and Habitat for Humanity.
School: Ohio Wesleyan University
Favorite Snacks: Caramel Popcorn (original recipe), Munch Rights Cinnamon Apple Puffs
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WHO AM I ?
Don Mount
Vice President of Contract Manufacturing
Don is one of our main Tribal Leaders – he has been with Wyandot for half of the company’s history and manages our Contract Manufacturing team, which includes overseeing our most important customers. He has worked in or managed a number of key functions in Wyandot including Quality Assurance, Product Development, Tech Services, Production, Plant Management, and Operations. Don is also our deepest repository of all things snack (past and present) and is well known and respected throughout our industry.
School: The Ohio State University
Favorite Snacks: Any Popcorn – Cheddar, Cara, Sweet and Salty, Cheddar/Caramel
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WHO AM I ?
Alicia Sexton
Technical Sales Manager, Contract Manufacturing
Alicia, one of our seven food scientists, joined Wyandot in 2014 as a Food Technologist responsible for quality control, regulatory compliance, and product development. Given the ever increasing demand by consumers for better for you snacks, Alicia’s knowledge and partnering skills around ideation, product development, and market commercialization regulatory needs are now being utilized as the newest member of our Contract Manufacturing team. Before Wyandot Alicia was with Kent Precision Foods Group, a sauce and seasoning manufacturer.
School: The Ohio State University
Favorite Snack: Cheddar Popcorn
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WHO AM I ?
Lori Roberts
Customer Success Manager
Lori is one of our Tribal Leaders with a cause, making sure, that above all, the house puts the customer first. She joined Wyandot over 20 years ago and has worked in most of our critical departments.
School: Mount Vernon Nazarene University
Favorite Snack: Munch Rights Cinnamon Apple Puffs
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WHO AM I ?
Sandy Gruber
Customer Service Supervisor
Sandy’s sole mission in life is to insure that all her customers’ needs are met! She joined Wyandot in 1999 and worked her way up to the leadership role of Customer Service Supervisor. Prior to Wyandot Sandy got great logistics experience working with Purex, part of Dial Corporation.
Favorite Snack: Caramel/Cheddar Popcorn