Greg Schlafer will become president of the Lamb Weston frozen potato business, Eagle Idaho, Feb. 25, it was announced Feb. 11 by parent company ConAgra Foods, Omaha, Nebraska.
In keeping with ConAgra's goal to grow its core, international and private brands businesses, Schlafer will have specific responsibility for running Lamb Weston's global business which serves more than 2,500 restaurant, foodservice and retail customers in 120 countries.
"Greg brings a customer-focused approach, 20-plus years of experience in the food industry, and a proven track record of success in the commercial/business-to-business space," said Paul Maass, president of Commercial Foods for ConAgra Foods. "I'm confident his leadership will add tremendous value for our customers, our suppliers, and our team as we continue maximizing the long-term potential of this important part of ConAgra Foods' business."
Schlafer most recently served as vice president of the Bakeries & Foodservice division for General Mills, where he was responsible for sales and profit delivery of all segment business units, including foodservice and convenience store channels, quick-serve restaurants, bakeries and milling, and in-store fresh bakery at retail.
