Alto-Shaam Hires New V.P., Makes Corporate Organization Changes

Alto-Shaam has announced a few changes to its sales and marketing team.

Todd Griffith, who has spent the last 18 months leading the functional development and integration of Alto-Shaam’s marketing support resources group, has moved to the office of v.p.-sales. He will lead the culinary resources team, as well as continue to be integral to corporate strategic planning with focused efforts on sales execution and business development in the eastern United States.

Jeff Mote has joined Alto-Shaam’s domestic sales team as v.p. of national accounts-retail. Mote has more than a decade of industry experience. He will work alongside Brian Zornes in developing company sales strategy and business development and growth in the retail supermarket and c-store business segments.

Kellee Johnston has been promoted to director of marketing; she joined Alto-Shaam in 2013 as marketing manager, and now is responsible for developing and executing the company’s marketing and brand positioning strategies.

“We’re continually investing in our leadership talent, and each of these individuals brings strong assets to the organization,” said Steve Maahs, president/COO of the Menomonee Falls, Wis., manufacturer. “Their wealth of experience and leadership qualities will help continue to grow Alto-Shaam, while maintaining our commitment to high-quality products and service.”