Mary’s Gone Crackers, the US gluten-free firm, has named United Natural Foods COO Richard Antonelli to its board of directors.
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The company said it had elected Antonelli as part of an aggressive growth strategy planned for 2008, which also includes the addition of executive and field level management positions.
“When Rick expressed an interest in joining our team as a director, we all knew he would be a perfect fit,” said Dale Rodrigues, president and CEO of Mary’s Gone Crackers. “Rick’s knowledge of and experience in the natural foods industry will provide a unique layer of insight and vision for our board. We could not be happier.”
Antonelli has served in a variety of roles within UNFI since its inception in 1996. Prior to working with UNFI, he served as director of sales for Cornucopia Natural Foods, the company’s predecessor. He now holds the roles of executive vice president, COO and president of distribution.
