Trace Ruback

Trace Ruback currently serves as the Director of National Distribution and Retail Sales at Request Foods since July 2025. Prior to this role, Trace held various positions at Gordon Food Service from September 1994 to July 2025, culminating in the position of Director of US Healthcare and Education Sales. In this capacity, Trace led teams focused on healthcare and education partnerships, overseeing bid and commodity operations while promoting business growth initiatives. Additionally, Trace developed account pipelines and managed relationships with national accounts, ensuring alignment with financial and operational goals. Trace's professional journey in sales and account management began with positions such as Non-Commercial Sales Manager and Customer Development Specialist. Trace holds a degree from Central Michigan University, earned between 1984 and 1990.