Ben Parranto
About Ben Parranto
Ben Parranto serves as the Director of Sales at Kodiak Cakes, a position he has held since 2023. He has extensive experience in sales and account management, having previously worked in various roles at Kodiak Cakes and General Mills.
Current Role at Kodiak Cakes
Ben Parranto serves as the Director of Sales at Kodiak Cakes, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing sales strategies and initiatives to drive growth for the brand. His leadership in sales aims to enhance market presence and customer engagement.
Previous Experience at Kodiak Cakes
Prior to his current role, Ben Parranto worked at Kodiak Cakes in various capacities. He was the Senior Account Manager from 2020 to 2021, followed by the Associate Director of Business Development from 2021 to 2023. Additionally, he served as the Regional Account Manager from 2019 to 2020. His tenure at Kodiak Cakes spanned multiple roles, contributing to the company's sales and business development efforts.
Experience at General Mills
Ben Parranto has significant experience at General Mills, where he held multiple positions. He worked as a Customer Account Manager for Roundy's from 2014 to 2015 and as a Business Category Manager for Target from 2016 to 2018. He also served as a Trade Planning Lead for Strategic Revenue Management in 2018 and as a Trade Planning Manager for Supervalu from 2015 to 2016. His roles focused on account management, category management, and trade planning.
Educational Background
Ben Parranto earned a Bachelor's Degree in Marketing from the University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management. His studies took place from 2009 to 2013, providing him with a strong foundation in marketing principles and business strategies.
Early Career Experience
Before his roles in sales and account management, Ben Parranto began his career as a Category Business Analyst Intern at NBCUniversal, Inc. from 2012 to 2013. He also worked as a Business Management Associate at General Mills from 2013 to 2014. These early experiences contributed to his understanding of business operations and analytics.