BAKERSFIELD, CA – Bolthouse Farms, one of the largest producers of baby carrots and premium juice beverages in North America, today announced changes to the Company’s sales leadership team. Bill Levisay, Chief Customer Officer, has retired after four years with Bolthouse Farms. Mike Illum, who currently serves as Vice President of Grocery, has been named his replacement, effective immediately.
Mr. Levisay joined the Company in 2010 and played a pivotal role in transforming Bolthouse Farms into the successful, brand-driven business it is today.
“During his time at Bolthouse Farms, Bill revamped our customer management practices and built a talented team of sales professionals that will continue to positively impact our customer relationships for years to come. We thank him for his dedication to our brand and wish him all the best in the future,” said Jeff Dunn, President and CEO of Bolthouse Farms. “I am thrilled that Mike has accepted this new role and am confident in his abilities to lead and further enhance our customer value creation efforts with our valued retail partners.”
Mr. Illum joined Bolthouse Farms last year from Campbell Soup Company where he most recently served as Vice President – Sales, Planning and Strategy/Strategic Accounts. He previously held positions with Kraft Food Groups.
About Bolthouse Farms
Bolthouse Farms is a farm located in California’s fertile San Joaquin Valley, known for high-quality consumer brands and innovative products. Bolthouse Farms is a market share leader in growing and distributing carrots. In addition, Bolthouse Farms produces and sells super-premium juices, smoothies, protein shakes and café beverages under the Bolthouse Farms® brand name. In recent years, Bolthouse Farms diversified its offerings by launching a line of premium refrigerated yogurt dressings and extra virgin olive oil vinaigrettes. The Bolthouse Farms mission is to change the way people consume healthy foods and beverages. The company was acquired by Campbell Soup Company on Aug. 6, 2012. To learn more about the company’s mission and see the entire line of current products, visit www.bolthouse.com.
Source: Bolthouse Farms
