John Gilbert

About John Gilbert

With over 30 years of experience in the food industry, I am a seasoned executive who leads Cascade Coffee, one of the largest and most trusted private label and contract manufacturers of coffee products in the US. I am passionate about delivering growth, innovation, and quality to our customers, partners, and employees.As the President/CEO of Cascade Coffee, I oversee all aspects of the business, from strategy and finance to operations and sales. I have successfully led two private equity transactions, achieving a 10x multiple and a 49% increase in valuation in just four years. I have also expanded our manufacturing capacity, product portfolio, and customer base, while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and quality. I have a strong track record of developing and commercializing new products, including value, organic, keto, paleo, and whole 30 options. I have built a talented and dedicated team that shares my vision and values. Together, we aim to make Cascade Coffee the preferred choice for coffee lovers across the nation.

Experience

1. President Chief Executive Officer

   Cascade Coffee, LLC

   Aug 2020 — Present · Seattle, WA, US

Education

• Pepperdine University

  Bachelor's Degree Studies, Bachelors of Science in Management Program

  1984 — 1986

• Champman University

  Undergraduate Studies, Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies

  1980 — 1983

Skills

• Business Strategy
• Sales Management
• Strategic Planning
• Ingredients
• Marketing Strategy
• Food Industry
• Marketing
• New Business Development
• Product Development
• Frozen Food
• Food
• Team Building
• Meat
• Grocery
• Sales
• Negotiation