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3,000+ ingredients · One purchase order · On time, in full

Essex Food Ingredients Expertise

Our People & Leadership

Industry Experience & Dedication

Technical Expertise Behind Your Food Supply Chain

Taking care of global food manufacturers is our highest priority. Our multidisciplinary team combines decades of specialized experience in food raw materials, formulation technical support, quality assurance, and international logistics.

Meet The Team

Dedicated Commercial, R&D & Operations Leadership

We foster long-term partnerships through transparency, technical authority, and reliable supply management for enterprise food producers.

Doug Skidmore - Chief Executive Officer

Doug Skidmore

Chief Executive Officer

Strategic executive overseeing nationwide ingredient distribution networks and manufacturer partnership growth.

Irv Megargee - President

Irv Megargee

President

Directs core business vision, long-term corporate governance, and supplier alliance management across global markets.

Julie Masker - Vice President, Sales & Marketing

Julie Masker

VP, Sales & Marketing

Leads global commercial strategy, portfolio expansion, and strategic manufacturer relationship initiatives.

Mike Delfin - Vice President, Supply Chain

Mike Delfin

VP, Supply Chain

Drives end-to-end warehousing logistics, ocean freight coordination, and multi-site inventory optimization.

Marianna Biancardi - Regional Sales Manager

Marianna Biancardi

Regional Sales Manager

Consults with enterprise buyers on bulk raw material sourcing, contract pricing, and supply stabilization.

Steve Caradonna - Regional Sales Manager

Steve Caradonna

Regional Sales Manager

Specializes in technical formulation ingredients for bakery, beverage, and processed food manufacturers.

Kim Hubbs - Regional Sales Manager

Kim Hubbs

Regional Sales Manager

Provides functional hydrocolloid and starch solutions tailored to industrial food processing requirements.

Paul Lalonde - Regional Sales Manager

Paul Lalonde

Regional Sales Manager

Assists commercial food R&D teams with ingredient selection, cost optimization, and bench-to-scale testing.

Kim Luis - Regional Sales Manager

Kim Luis

Regional Sales Manager

Manages key food processing accounts with a focus on supply continuity, volume forecasting, and quality assurance.

Helen Mae Lynch - Regional Sales Representative

Helen Mae Lynch

Regional Sales Representative

Supports food processors with specialty ingredient evaluations, sample coordination, and trial orders.

Greg Rowe - Director of Supplier Relations

Greg Rowe

Director of Supplier Relations

Cultivates strategic global manufacturer partnerships to ensure dependable raw material availability.

Nancy Sellers - Senior Buyer

Nancy Sellers

Senior Buyer

Oversees global ingredient purchasing, contract management, and competitive price positioning.

Sandy Ruscio - Purchasing Agent

Sandy Ruscio

Purchasing Agent

Coordinates inventory replenishment and vendor lead-time schedules across regional logistics hubs.

Theresa Christopher - Customer Service Manager

Theresa Christopher

Customer Service Manager

Directs client order fulfillment, customer satisfaction workflows, and account communication standards.

Lori Weiler - Customer Account Specialist

Lori Weiler

Customer Account Specialist

Manages high-volume B2B accounts, order consolidation schedules, and localized order tracking.

Rui Yang - Document Administrator

Rui Yang

Document Administrator

Manages global compliance documentation, Certificate of Analysis (CoA) verification, and regulatory auditing files.

Mary Timmins - Document Administrator

Mary Timmins

Document Administrator

Ensures technical documentation accuracy, ingredient specifications, and allergen statement compliance.

Mike Campagna - Customer Service Representative

Mike Campagna

Customer Service Representative

Facilitates seamless customer order processing, freight updates, and prompt shipment confirmations.

Sydney Hasson - Customer Service Representative

Sydney Hasson

Customer Service Representative

Assists commercial food accounts with routine order placement, inventory inquiries, and dispatch status.

Tiffany Palma - Customer Service Representative

Tiffany Palma

Customer Service Representative

Provides responsive order administration and client support for mid-to-large food manufacturing clients.

Cathy Pires - Customer Service Representative

Cathy Pires

Customer Service Representative

Handles customer inquiries, sample shipping protocols, and precise order documentation.

Nakia Hamilton - Sales Support Specialist

Nakia Hamilton

Sales Support Specialist

Coordinates technical sales data, market price requests, and client communication workflows.

Elsy Varghese - Sales Support Specialist

Elsy Varghese

Sales Support Specialist

Assists sales teams with specification verification, pricing quotations, and product catalog requests.

Karen Davis - Human Resources Director

Karen Davis

Human Resources Director

Fosters talent acquisition and organizational excellence to support rapid supply chain expansion.

The Essex Advantage

Why Global Food Procurement Teams Depend On Us

Navigating complex global supply chains requires more than just product availability—it demands transparent communication, rigorous regulatory support, and trustworthy execution.

Regulatory & Quality Transparency

Full documentation compliance including CoAs, Allergen Statements, Kosher/Halal certification, and complete lot traceability on every shipment.

Dedicated Account Management

Direct line of contact with seasoned sales managers and customer support staff who understand your local plant operations and delivery timelines.

Custom Order Consolidation

Combine diverse starches, hydrocolloids, preservatives, and fibers into a single purchase order to lower landed transport costs.

On-Time Replenishment

Strategic distribution centers located near main freight hubs reduce lead times and eliminate plant downtime caused by raw material shortages.

Request Product Specs & Wholesale Ingredient Catalogs

Our technical team is ready to assist your procurement and formulation requirements. Connect with an ingredient specialist today.

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