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Gordon Food Service Announces Leadership Transition

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Gordon Food Service, the largest family-operated food service distributor in North America, has announced a transition in its leadership. As of September 18, 2025, Dan Gordon will retire as chairman of the board after 52 years with the company, including 15 years as chairman. Jim Gordon, Dan's brother, will succeed him as chairman, while Kara Gordon-Warren, Dan's daughter, will take on the role of vice chair. This transition marks the culmination of Dan's impressive career with the company and signals a new era for Gordon Food Service.

Key Takeaways:

  • Dan Gordon will retire as chairman of the board on September 18, 2025, after 52 years with the company, including 15 years as chairman.
  • Jim Gordon, Dan's brother, will succeed Dan as chairman of the board, having served as vice chairman since 2016 and joined the company 45 years ago.
  • Kara Gordon-Warren, Dan's daughter, will take on the role of vice chair, previously held by Jim Gordon, and has been a member of the board since 2016, serving as president of U.S. Broadline Distribution.
  • Dan Gordon's retirement marks the culmination of four generations of family leadership at Gordon Food Service, with the company now in the hands of its fifth-generation family members.
  • Jim Gordon has served in various leadership roles within the company, including president and CEO of its retail division, and has been instrumental in the company's growth and expansion.
  • Kara Gordon-Warren has been with the company since 2003 and has held various leadership positions, including president of U.S. Broadline Distribution and a member of the company's board of directors.
  • The transition in leadership is expected to ensure the company's continued success and commitment to delivering uncompromised quality and heartfelt service to its customers.

Statistics:

  • 52 years: Dan Gordon's tenure with Gordon Food Service before his retirement.
  • 15 years: Dan Gordon's tenure as chairman of the board.
  • 45 years: Jim Gordon's tenure with the company before becoming chairman.
  • 5 generations: The number of family generations involved in the leadership of Gordon Food Service.
  • 180: The number of Gordon Food Service Stores in the US.

Sources:

  • Gordon Food Service (Original Press Release)
  • Contify.com (Copyright 2017)

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