Frank Barbato

Frank Barbato currently serves as a Zone Manager at Hormel Foods, utilizing extensive experience in the food industry. Previously, Frank held the position of Private Label Manager at Rastelli Foods Group, Inc., overseeing procurement for U.S. Military foodservice products and negotiating product exclusives for the Middle East market. Prior roles include Area Sales Manager and Sales Representative at The Kraft Heinz Company, where Frank led a team of sales representatives and drove sales growth through strategic market analysis. In the early career, Frank contributed as an Account Sales Manager at Red Bull, enhancing product placements and customer relationships. Additionally, as Owner/General Manager at Bomb Bomb BBQ Grill & Sandwich Factory, Frank managed operations with a focus on staff development. Frank holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Management and Operations from the University of Delaware and has a background in Mechanical Engineering from Drexel University.