Listen to this articleThe Honest Kitchen, a leading human pet food company, recently announced that CPG industry veteran Kirk Jensen has joined the company as Chief Operating Officer, effective immediately.
Jensen joins The Honest Kitchen with an impressive track record of driving sustainable growth and operational excellence from leadership positions at iconic consumer companies such as Sovos Brands, Snyder's Lance and Frito Lay. He has extensive experience leading successful supply chain transformations and category expansions while disrupting brands such as Rao's, which aligns perfectly with the company's commitment to providing the highest quality pet nutrition products.
“We are excited to welcome Kirk to our leadership team as our new Chief Operating Officer,” said Will Rissman, CEO of The Honest Kitchen. “Kirk's deep understanding of the supply chain and proven track record of driving profitable growth and operational efficiencies will be a great asset as we advance our mission of providing the healthiest, most nutritious food possible for pets.”
Prior to joining The Honest Kitchen, Kirk served as Chief Operating Officer of Sovos Brands where he successfully expanded the supply chain to deliver exponential growth leading to a successful IPO and acquisition by Campbell. His leadership was instrumental in delivering best-in-class customer service, increasing profitability and strengthening Sovos' position as a disruptive category leader in premium, wholesome foods.
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Prior to joining Sobos, Jensen held leadership positions at Snyder's-Lance where he successfully led strategic initiatives to streamline operations and maximize profitability. His visionary approach and unwavering commitment to excellence have consistently produced measurable results and earned him a reputation as a trusted leader in the CPG industry.
“I am honored to join The Honest Kitchen, a company that shares my passion for growth through innovation, quality and sustainability,” said Jensen. “I look forward to leveraging my experience to drive operational excellence and contribute to The Honest Kitchen's continued success as a leading provider of human-grade pet nutrition.”
Jensen's appointment as COO underscores The Honest Kitchen's commitment to fostering a culture of excellence and innovation, and under his leadership the company is poised to accelerate its growth trajectory and further solidify its position as a pioneer in the pet food industry.
