Terry Fulks, Director of Finance for Golden State Foods (GSF) in Opelika, Alabama, joined the company in December 2018 as an accounting manager. He brought decades of finance experience in the poultry industry, which enabled a smooth transition into GSF’s protein business and prepared him for broader leadership. “The more I learned about the company, the more determined I became to join,” said Terry. “I was sold after reading the Creed and Values. There were other jobs, but n

For Carla Sauer, a temporary role with GSF in Georgia turned into a career spanning a quarter century. Starting as an operations clerk for GSF’s protein products business, she embraced every opportunity to learn, contribute, and advance. That mindset drove steady progress, built on curiosity, resilience, and trust earned through action. Looking back, Carla reflects, “It’s been an amazing journey! I’ve learned so much, grown a lot, and met incredible people along the way.” Ove

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

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