Posted: 03.09.2010
Effective January 18, Troy Thompson started as an Account Manager at RPE in Bancroft, Wis. Thompson’s responsibilities include managing sales for new and existing retail and foodservice accounts.
Thompson’s experience includes 20 years in sales, most recently, 4 years with Sysco Foodservice – Baraboo in the position of Marketing Associate. During his tenure with Sysco, Thompson drove double digit sales, developed new marketing territories and was awarded various recognitions within the organization including the Achievement Society and President’s Club awards.
Russell Wysocki, CEO/President of RPE commented, “During the past year, RPE has achieved unprecedented growth and we are always on the lookout for top talent to help us continue to move the business forward. Troy’s 20 years of experience in sales, and successful track record as a top performer make me confident that he can help our customers achieve positive category growth.”
When asked about the new position, Thompson had this to say, “While working at Sysco, we did business with RPE and I had the opportunity to tour their facility and witness first-hand their first-class operation. RPE’s emphasis on selling with honesty and integrity, as well as their roots in family business are refreshing and go hand-in-hand with my personal values. I’m pleased to be part of a progressive organization that still values relationships.”
Thompson, a graduate of the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point, has a BS in Business Administration and currently resides in Stevens Point with his family. His hobbies include hunting and lots of family time with his seven children.
RPE, a second generation family farm, is a category leader and key grower/shipper of year-round potatoes and onions. RPE prides itself on maintaining a high level of business integrity that includes commitments to environmental sustainability, as well as category innovation and retail solutions.
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