Horace L Candis Jr

Horace L. Candis Jr. possesses extensive experience in product development and research and development (R&D) within the food industry. Currently serving as Manager of Product Development/R&D at Valentine Enterprises since April 2013, Candis previously held the position of R&D Manager at Bay Valley Foods from January 2012 to March 2013, contributing significantly to the facility's capabilities. Prior roles include managing an R&D department at Naturally Fresh Incorporated, overseeing product modifications alongside various departments. Candis's career began at Perdue Farms, where responsibilities included commercialization of numerous products for major clients and conducting operational audits across multiple states. Educational credentials include a degree from Virginia Tech.