Rick Lees
About Rick Lees
Rick Lees serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Stonewall Kitchen, a position he has held since 2020. He has extensive experience in finance, having previously worked in senior roles at Ocean Spray Cranberries, Danone, and The Pillsbury Company.
Work at Stonewall Kitchen
Rick Lees has served as the Chief Financial Officer at Stonewall Kitchen since 2020. In this role, he oversees the financial operations of the company, ensuring fiscal responsibility and strategic financial planning. His leadership contributes to the company's growth and stability in the specialty food industry.
Education and Expertise
Rick Lees earned a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from Villanova University, where he studied from 1980 to 1984. His educational background in accounting provides a strong foundation for his roles in financial management and strategy throughout his career.
Professional Background
Rick Lees has extensive experience in finance and management across various companies. He worked at Ocean Spray Cranberries as EVP, Chief Financial & Commercial Officer from 2006 to 2018. Prior to that, he served as Group CFO for Dannon North America at Danone from 1998 to 2002. His career began at The Pillsbury Company, where he held the position of Vice President & Controller from 1988 to 1998.
Career Achievements
Throughout his career, Rick Lees has held significant financial leadership roles. At Ocean Spray, he was instrumental in driving financial strategies that supported the company's growth. His tenure at Danone and The Pillsbury Company further solidified his expertise in financial operations and commercial leadership.