The right culture changes everything. For Desiree Petersen , KanPak became the place where hard work, mentorship, and confidence opened doors she never expected. Based in Penn Yan, New York, Desiree serves as Assistant Quality Assurance Manager, helping uphold standards across GSF’s dairy and beverage operations. She first joined KanPak in 2016 while searching for a temporary position. Once she experienced the company culture, she shifted her mindset toward long-term possibil

Imah Aslam , Total Rewards Manager for Golden State Foods (GSF) at its Irvine, California corporate office, started in July 2021 as a Human Capital Management Analyst, supporting Human Resources (HR) systems and data needs across GSF. She expanded her skills quickly, progressed into broader responsibilities, and led enterprise projects that shaped compensation and benefits programs across many facilities. She now drives key functions, including merit and bonus cycles, multi‑s

Two GSF leaders have stepped into new board roles, reinforcing the company’s commitment to organizations that champion industry innovation and community development. These board appointments also align with milestone anniversaries, underscoring GSF’s engagement with initiatives that shape the future of foodservice and strengthen local communities. Christin Kohloff , Vice President, Research & Development, joined the Board of Directors of the Association for Dressings and Sauc

Last week, GSF’s McDonald’s Business Unit team welcomed the 2026 Executive Leadership Program (ELP) cohort from Ronald McDonald House Global, along with ELP Cohort Deans and other program partners. The group gathered at GSF’s Chicago West Loop Innovation Center for an immersive ELP Cooking Workshop. The hands‑on session encouraged leaders to think like chefs, creating something original by using the ingredients in front of them. Ronald McDonald House , which supports families

GSF recently announced several strategic leadership updates, including the appointments of Steve Mollick as Corporate Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Paul McCombs as Corporate Vice President and Chief Digital & Information Officer, and Christin Kohloff as Vice President, Research & Development, along with the promotions of Zach Klein to Group Vice President, Sales, and Dustin Douglas to Quality Custom Distribution (QCD) Group Vice President, Continu

Since joining GSF in November 2018, Fredrick Bloodworth has built a career defined by growth, curiosity, and a deep commitment to servant leadership. Now an Operations Manager at the Conyers, Georgia manufacturing facility, Fredrick first stepped into the organization as an Operations Supervisor who was drawn to GSF’s strong Creed and Values. For him, the company’s focus on integrity, respect, and people made the decision to stay easy. Fredrick’s career path reflects his dri