Michael Pursell

Michael Pursell is an experienced professional in the food service industry, currently serving as Executive Director of Bakery, Deli, and Foodservice at Associated Wholesale Grocers since September 2021. Previously, Pursell held multiple leadership roles including Vice President of Food and Beverage at AMC Theatres, where revenue growth in food and beverage operations was achieved, and Director of Food and Beverage at Wawa, overseeing significant sales performance and strategic development. A former Vice President of Marketing at ARAMARK, Pursell was instrumental in marketing strategies that enhanced brand visibility and client retention in both B2B and B2C sectors. With a solid foundation in restaurant management from positions at EatZi's Market and Bakery, Brinker International, and The Cheesecake Factory, along with academic credentials including a Master's in Business Administration and a Bachelor's in Marketing from Johnson & Wales University, Pursell brings a wealth of expertise to the industry.