Chris Reason
About Chris Reason
Chris Reason serves as the Vice President of Category Management at Shamrock Foods Company, bringing 30 years of leadership experience in the food industry. His career includes significant roles at various companies, including US Foods and Marsh Supermarkets, where he focused on category development and merchandising.
Current Role at Shamrock Foods
Chris Reason serves as the Vice President of Category Management at Shamrock Foods Company, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he oversees category management strategies and initiatives, focusing on optimizing product offerings and enhancing customer satisfaction. His leadership contributes to the company's growth and operational efficiency within the food distribution sector.
Previous Experience in the Food Industry
Chris Reason has accumulated 30 years of diverse leadership experience in the food industry, working across both retail grocery and foodservice channels. His previous roles include Senior Director of Category Development at Foodbuy USA from 2017 to 2020 and various positions at Marsh Supermarkets, where he held roles such as Corporate Merchandising Specialist and Corporate Category Manager. His extensive background equips him with a comprehensive understanding of market dynamics and category management.
Educational Background
Chris Reason earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and Christian Ministry from Anderson University. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his career in the food industry, blending business acumen with leadership principles.
Leadership and Coaching Experience
In addition to his corporate roles, Chris Reason has experience as a Leadership Coach at Maxwell Leadership from 2015 to 2018. This role involved mentoring and developing leaders within organizations, emphasizing the importance of leveraging team members' strengths to achieve organizational goals.
Career Progression at Marsh Supermarkets
Chris Reason's career at Marsh Supermarkets spanned multiple roles from 1992 to 2011, including Retail Associate, Retail Department Manager, and Corporate Category Manager. His tenure at Marsh allowed him to develop a deep understanding of retail operations and category management, contributing to his later success in the food industry.