Stephen Karas

Stephen Karas is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in retail operations and sales management. Currently serving as Senior Director of Retail Operations and National Client Director for Hostess Brands at Acosta since March 2014, Stephen has successfully managed retail projects and fostered relationships with major CPG clients. Prior to this, Stephen held the position of Regional Business Manager at Acosta Sales & Marketing from November 2005 to January 2014, overseeing retail project business in the Southeast region. Stephen's career began at Konica USA, Inc. from 1990 to 2003 as a Regional Sales Manager, focusing on the sales and marketing of consumer photographic products. Stephen holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and Management from St. Thomas Aquinas College, earned in 1987.