C.H. Guenther & Son names John D. Buckles as president and chief executive officer
Experienced food and beverage industry leader to guide 170-year-old company's continued growth and commitment to operational excellence
C.H. Guenther & Son LLC (“CHG”), a producer of branded and private-label food products, has announced that John D. Buckles has been named president and chief executive officer, effective April 29, 2021. Mr. Buckles, a seasoned commercial and operations executive with a track record of growing food and beverage companies, succeeds Dale W. Tremblay, CHG’s CEO since 2001. Mr. Tremblay will continue an active role as Chairman of CHG’s Board of Directors and will work closely with Mr. Buckles during a transition period.
“I am thrilled to join Dale and the entire CHG team to honor the 170-year family legacy of this great company,” said Mr. Buckles. “I have long admired CHG’s culture, product quality, customer partnerships and manufacturing expertise. I look forward to continuing CHG’s commitment to building lasting relationships and its passion for innovating remarkable food solutions.”