Pete and Gerry’s Organics, a leading producer of organic, free range and pasture-raised eggs, earlier this month announced that veteran consumer and food executive Tom Flocco has joined the company as CEO.
Flocco is a seasoned C-suite executive with more than 35 years of experience at food, beverage and consumer products companies across both private and public company environments. Prior to joining Pete and Gerry’s, he served as president and COO of Utz Brands, a $1 billion+ snack food company, where he held day-to-day responsibility for the company’s commercial, financial and supply chain operations. He also served as president and CEO of Beam Suntory, a leading global distilled spirits business. In addition, Flocco is chairman at Everglades Boats, was a Partner at McKinsey & Company in its consumer practice, and started his career at Procter & Gamble across sales and brand management roles.
“I am extremely excited for the opportunity to join the Pete and Gerry’s team at a pivotal moment in the company’s journey,” said Flocco. “Pete and Gerry’s is a pioneer in the premium egg category with tremendous growth potential as consumers demand more nutritious, sustainable and humanely raised eggs. I look forward to working with our team members, our family farmers and our customers to continue on this incredible journey.”
Adam Waglay, co-founder of Butterfly which holds a majority interest in Pete and Gerry’s, added: “We are thrilled to have Tom join Pete and Gerry’s leadership team as CEO. Tom is an impressive executive with a wealth of experience across food and consumer businesses that will help us accelerate the company’s growth and further its mission.”
