Chris Tait

Chris Tait has a diverse work experience in the purchasing and marketing field. Chris started their career as a Perishable Merchandiser at Kraft/Alliant Foodservice, where they managed purchasing functions and negotiated deals. Chris later worked as the Director of Purchasing at US Foodservice, where they oversaw the daily management of the purchasing department and implemented new structures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Chris then served as the VP of Purchasing at Ettline Foods Corporation, where they directed a team and implemented marketing strategies. Chris continued their career as the Director of Merchandising at Sysco, where they managed inventory and collaborated with various departments for efficient operations. Chris later held the position of Executive Director of Marketing and Procurement at Legacy Foods. Most recently, they worked as the Vice President of Purchasing at A.F. WENDLING, INC. Additionally, in 2012, they founded and operated their own contracting and construction home modification service called Home Progression Systems, LLC.

Chris Tait has a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Business Administration and Management, General from the University of Maryland, which they obtained from 1983 to 1987. Prior to that, they completed an Associate's degree in Business Administration and Management, General from Montgomery College from 1981 to 1983. Chris Tait also holds a High School diploma in Music from Charles W. Woodward, earned from 1978 to 1981. In addition to their formal education, they obtained a C.E.A.C. certification in Environmental Access Consulting from AHIA in November 2012.