Eric Oare

Eric Oare has extensive experience in sales and marketing within the foodservice industry. Currently serving as the Head of Foodservice Sales Distribution and Director of Sales at Pilgrim's since January 2014, Eric leads the Small Bird Deboning business unit. Prior to this role, Eric was the Vice President of Sales at Marshall Durbin from 2007 to January 2014, overseeing all sales and marketing initiatives. Eric also held the position of Sales Manager at Wayne Farms from July 2001 to January 2007, managing major accounts across various regions. Earlier experience includes serving as Division Sales Manager at Gold Kist Inc. from May 1992 to August 2001, where responsibilities included managing sales for a large poultry processing facility and distribution centers. Eric holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing from the University of North Georgia, obtained between 1985 and 1989.