Jack has more than 27 years of experience at Hormel Foods. Throughout his tenure, he is passionate about finding winning solutions for his business partners. Jack works to understand the customers and consumers’ needs to provide thoughtful ingredient solutions. Jack has a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in International Business Management […]
Archives: Team Members
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Amy Thielking
Amy Thielking was born and raised in Iowa, where she continues to live with her family. A graduate of Des Moines Area Community College and Iowa State University, Amy proudly supports the Iowa Hawkeyes, despite her Cyclone alma mater. Amy began her career in 2001 as a marketing intern at Burke Corporation in Nevada, Iowa. […]
Sarah Eastling
With over 20 years of experience at Hormel Foods, Sarah brings deep industry knowledge and insight that make her a trusted resource for customers. She is known for her dedication to providing expert guidance and building strong, lasting relationships. Her background includes extensive experience in foodservice, complementing her role on the industrial side. This expertise […]
Julie Hartsel
With over 12 years at Hormel Foods, Julie brings a strong foundation of industry knowledge and a commitment to excellence. Her 10 years of experience in Quality Control have given her a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of product standards and safety. Julie is known for her dedication to supporting customers with […]
Nicole Shute
With her Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Business from Iowa State University, Nicole has been working in the ingredient industry for over 20 years and with Hormel Ingredient Solutions for over 15 years. She’s passionate about helping customers find the right options for them and has fun exploring new opportunities to create new formulations. […]
Jennifer Downs
From food quality and safety to product development and innovation, Jennifer’s extensive knowledge of the food industry has made her an asset to our customers for over 25 years. Her dedication to providing expert advice and forming lasting relationships. […]
Kelly Babb
Kelly Babb brings more than 25 years of foodservice experience to Hormel Ingredient Solutions, with a proven track record of supporting customers across the Midwest and Southeast. With a deep understanding of regional markets and evolving customer needs, Kelly is dedicated to delivering solutions that help partners succeed. Kelly’s commitment to quality and collaboration aligns […]
Paul Sheehan
A 25+-year veteran of the industry, Paul has a degree in Hotel & Restaurant Management from the University of Wisconsin – Stout. This background has been integral when it comes to customer service and understanding how important it is to anticipate needs. Paul works to understand customers and the end consumer in order to provide […]