Engelman's Bakery attracts leading industry executives to drive market expansion
Engelman’s Bakery, a Shoreline Equity Partners portfolio company, has announced the appointment of Fred LeFranc as chief executive officer. Mr. LeFranc, an existing member of Engelman’s Board of Directors, is charged with growing the company’s wholesale & foodservice baking businesses both organically and with targeted acquisitions throughout the Southeast.
LeFranc, a recognized leader in the hospitality industry and for over 40 years, has held senior Leadership roles as CEO, COO, and President of numerous hospitality and technology brands, including El Torito, Una Mas, Flat Rock Grille, Ruby’s Diner, Fishbowl Marketing and Louise’s Trattoria, where he was chronicled in Inc. Magazine for the concept’s holistic turnaround. He has also been an active member of Conscious Capitalism, an organization that elevates humanity through business and has served on several relevant Industry Boards.