Fairfield, New Jersey-based Crispy Green Inc. has hired Ryan Youngman as chief sales officer to provide strategy and leadership on growing its sales and distribution network for 2020 and beyond.
Youngman brings a unique set of experience and capabilities in leading natural emerging brands as they go through rapid growth. Having held leadership roles in retail (Whole Foods) and distribution (United Natural Foods Inc.), as well as having helped build brands like Brad‘s Raw Foods and Fresca Foods, he will lead the sales team and drive strategy and execution of Crispy Green’s expansion plan.
One of Youngman’s many accomplishments includes winning the UNFI Western Region MVP Award for channel development and overall sales. He has held the titles of CEO, CSO, EVP, director of sales, GM, grocery director and managing member. Regardless of the title he has held, Youngman has proven to be a go-getter and innovative thinker, consistently rolling out unique and successful sales programs resulting in enhanced sales and profitability.
“Much of Ryan’s career has been in the natural food industry working on both sides of the table. His unique experience combined with his entrepreneurial spirit is a perfect fit for Crispy Green at this crucial time,” said Angela Liu, CEO and founder. “We’re excited to have him join our team and are confident he will provide leadership, industry insight, key relationships and invaluable sales experience to enhance our growth initiatives.”
Youngman already has hit the ground running with Crispy Green and said he is looking forward to success in his new role.
Using food as force for good
Crispy Green uses food as a force for good by offering a variety of healthy, clean portable snacks of the highest quality for people who live an active lifestyle and seek brands that align with their values. Its consumer education website, SmartLifebites, offers practical tips and information on healthy lifestyle topics such as fitness, nutrition, family, travel, as well as providing solutions to minimize food waste and help fight hunger.
Founded in 2004, Crispy Green Inc. is the No. 1 freeze-dried fruit snack in the U.S., according to the latest Nielsen research, ending Sept. 30, 2019. The company’s category-leading Crispy Fruit line of 100 percent pure, freeze-dried fruit is made from only the finest, non-GMO fruits available with no sugar added.
Crispy Green’s Crispy Fruit can be found in many major grocery retailers nationwide.
