Mike Newkirk

Mike Newkirk has extensive experience in business development and account management within the foodservice sector. Currently serving as the National Accounts-New Business Development lead at Land O'Lakes, Inc. since January 2020, Mike specializes in cultivating relationships with top national restaurant and convenience store chains. Previously, at McCain Foods, Mike held the position of National Accounts Manager focusing on the top 50 national restaurant chains. Additional roles include significant contributions at Conagra Foods/Lamb Weston and PepsiCo, where Mike held various leadership positions emphasizing new business acquisition, strategic planning, and contract negotiations. Mike earned a Bachelor's degree in Marketing from Ball State University.