Barry Knudson

About Barry Knudson

Hello, I\'m Barrett, a dynamic, results-oriented executive with an impressive career history positioning organizations for operational success. As an adaptive leader, I guide teams through multiple, significant growth phases and streamline processes to enhance value propositions and lead global strategy development in 120 countries. Working with some of the most innovative manufacturing companies in the world like Nutek Natural Ingredients and ConAgra, I have secured exclusive supplier relationships for flour and grain products, generating $45M in revenue. I\'ve also built business relationships with major franchises like Panera Bread, promoting inclusion of products and increasing revenues from $13M to $20M. Due to my excellent grasp of market and consumer needs and consumer behaviors, I have been able to accurately forecast market demand and develop channel focused sales strategies that achieve top-line revenues.

Experience

1. Chief Executive Officer

   Nutek Natural Ingredients

   Jan 2016 — Present

   As the Chief Executive Officer, I am responsible for shaping the strategic vision and overall direction of the organization, driving sustainable growth and operational excellence for a leading manufacturer of clean label ingredients. I work closely with the executive team to formulate long-term strategies, establish corporate goals, and ensure alignment across all functions of the business.I oversee the development and execution of key initiatives that enhance our market position and expand our global footprint. By fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration, I guide cross-functional teams in improving performance, operational efficiency, and profitability. I also prioritize stakeholder engagement and relationship management to build strong partnerships that support our company\'s mission and values.Additionally, I champion initiatives that promote continuous improvement, risk management, and organizational resilience, positioning the company for long-term success in a rapidly evolving industry landscape.

Education

• University of Nebraska-Lincoln

  Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Accounting

Skills

• Product Development
• Leadership
• Grocery
• P&L Management
• Inventory Management
• Marketing
• Food Processing
• Communication Skills
• Pricing
• Supply Chain Management
• Sales Management
• Forecasting
• Continuous Improvement
• Trade Marketing
• Consumer Products
• Sales
• Business Planning
• Operations Management
• Team Building
• Management
• Negotiation
• Manufacturing
• Fmcg
• Account Management
• Sales Operations
• Customer Service
• Food Safety
• Food Service
• Key Account Management
• Key Account Development
• Supply Chain
• Strategic Planning
• Competitive Analysis
• Team Leadership
• Market Planning
• Budgets
• Food
• Shopper Marketing
• Income Statement
• People Development