NORTHLAKE,� Texas,� March 07, 2024� (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) � Farmer Brothers� (NASDAQ: FARM), a leading roaster, wholesaler, and distributor of coffee, tea and allied products, announced today it has appointed Terry O’Brien to its board of directors.
Mr. O’Brien brings to the� Farmer Brothers� board more than three decades of experience in executive leadership in the food manufacturing industry, including overseeing successful financial turnarounds. He currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of� Chef Holdings, the parent company to the country’s leading food manufacturers� CTI Foods, LLC� and� Liguria Foods, LLC. Prior to� Chef Holdings, Mr. O’Brien was the CEO for� CP Foods North America, where he led its financial and operational turnaround, including the doubling of its revenue. He has also previously held senior leadership roles at� Suiza Foods,� Dean Foods� and� Frito-Lay, and during his tenure as CEO led the turnaround of Brachs Confections and Impact Confections.
“We are incredibly pleased to have Terry join the board,” said� Farmer Brothers� Chairman of the Board� David Pace. “His extensive manufacturing knowledge and proven track record of driving profitability and sales and customer growth will be a tremendous asset as we focus on unlocking the full potential of our nationwide direct store delivery (DSD) network and growing our customer base.”
“Farmer Brothers has been a leader in the coffee industry for more than a century and I am honored to be able to play a role in shaping the next chapter in its storied history,” said Mr. O’Brien. “Their distribution network, customer service and coffee expertise are unmatched in the industry and I look forward to helping the organization grow as we create meaningful value for our shareholders.”
Mr. O’Brien has previously served on a number of food industry boards, including� Bellisio Foods,� CP Foods North America� and� American Italian Pasta Company� (NASDAQ). He has also been the Chairman for the Tom Landry Fellowship of� Christian Athletes Endowment Fund� since 2012. Mr. O’Brien holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from� Clarkson University� and a Master of Business Administration degree from� The Wharton School.
