Krusteaz
James Whitaker has extensive experience in supply chain, purchasing, risk management, and finance. James started their career as a Finance Intern at Ford Motor Company in 1997. James then worked as a Financial Analyst at American Stores Company, where they focused on valuing and prioritizing e-commerce initiatives. In 1998, they joined Union Pacific Railroad as the Director of Fuels, responsible for analysis, hedging, purchasing, and logistics of locomotive diesel requirements. James also managed a significant utility spend and implemented hedge accounting requirements. In 2008, they moved to Perdue Farms as the Director of Ingredients/Energy/Fleet Purchasing. There, they oversaw purchasing in the areas of ingredients, energy, and fleet. From 2014 to 2016, they served as Vice President Purchasing, Commodities, and Risk Mitigation at Boulder Brands/Pinnacle Foods, where they had responsibilities for purchasing, commodities risk management, and overall corporate risk management for six brands. James also worked closely with manufacturing, R&D, and Marketing to develop new products. Since 2016, they have been the Vice President of Supply Chain at Continental Mills.
James Whitaker received their JD degree in Business Law from BYU Law School, where they studied from 1994 to 1998. James also completed an MBA degree in Finance/Supply Chain from Brigham Young University, attending from 1994 to 1999.
Krusteaz
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A 92-Year-Old Company with the Spirit of a Startup. What started in 1932 by an entrepreneurial woman in Seattle named Rose Charters is today one of the most beloved baking mix brands in America, Krusteaz®. Family-owned and operated, we believe in prioritizing people, dreaming big, and always doing the right thing – for our customers and our team members. These are the values that have helped us earn a reputation as a people-first community of makers and innovators, known for integrity, purpose, and a history of inspiring joyful connections. The Krusteaz Company headquarters is located in Tukwila, WA, just outside of Seattle, and products are sold through retail, foodservice, and club store channels throughout the United States. The Krusteaz Company employs 900+ employees and is committed to addressing food insecurity in partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of America through the “Feeding Great Futures” initiative, as well as work with Food Lifeline, Feeding America and other local non-profit organizations.