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Experts at Entegra

Working together to boost performance for clients

Entegra employees bring deep experience — and unmatched industry expertise — to every relationship they build. Here’s a snapshot of some of the people our customers call their procurement partners.

Supply Chain

 

Working to vet suppliers while ensuring product quality, traceability, and supply chain
confidence, these experts are essential to the Entegra experience.

Featured expert: Dr. Henry Zerby

 

Vice President, Supply Management North America (Sodexo) | Specialty: Animal Sciences and Food Contract Development


 With hands-on knowledge of farming and deep experience in food processing, product development, food safety, and more, Henry has a vision to drive continuous improvement for Entegra and our clients across the entire supply chain. He comes to our organization with a Ph.D. in Meat Science and Animal Production and a history as a champion of philanthropy and animal welfare. Henry previously served as a consultant to Wendy’s Quality Assurance Program, and as Chair of The Ohio State University’s Department of Animal Sciences.
 

Sales

 

Our salespeople work closely with prospective customers to identify their unique needs
and demonstrate exactly how Entegra can meet and exceed them.

Featured expert: Steve Troutman

Director, Business Solutions | Industry specialty: Golf/Leisure

 

Having turned around several underperforming golf properties as a general manager, regional manager, and consultant, Steve brings true industry experience to his Entegra customer relationships. That includes work at Meadowbrook Golf Group, American Golf, Green Jacket Marketing, and more. Steve holds a B.S. in Marketing and Management from Fordham University, and an M. Ed. In Sports Management from East Tennessee State University.

Client Services

 

Our client services experts tap into deep operational and industry experience to ensure
Entegra clients get the most out of our programs and services.

Featured expert: Tony Eshleman

Director, Data Management and Program Utilization | Industry specialty: Varied - Local and Direct Savings Program

 

Tony leverages three decades of operations knowledge and a passion for data to help clients save money and exceed customer expectations, leveraging the vast and diverse experience of his Entegra colleagues to raise the bar. He has worked in food service since the age of 13, including roles as an NPN Expo supporter for 12 years and in leadership at the Ocean Pines Yacht and Country Club. With a BS in Operations Management and a strong “big picture” viewpoint, Tony delivers results.

Featured expert: Lorel Snyder

Director, Client Procurement Services | Industry specialty: Faith-based

 

For more than three years, Lorel helped organize dozens of manufacturers for the annual faith-based GACHP Conference — all while assisting with event activities and the creation of a CORD brochure. It’s just one example of her 33 years of experience in the field, which also includes work at Sodexo, University of Michigan, Saga Food Service, and Marriott. Lorel brings insights in menu analysis and defining cost savings to the table, and holds a BS in Foods and Nutrition with an emphasis in Business.

Marketing

 

Marketing ensures clients clients know about the many Entegra supplier programs that
fit their needs, service offerings to improve operations and the latest in our data and
technology to help uncover savings.

Featured expert: Cindy Lauer

Director Marketing and Nutrition Service | Industry specialty: Senior Living and Healthcare

 

Cindy is passionate about helping clients provide their senior residents with the best experiences through food, nutrition, services, training, and quality of care. With over 30 years’ experience with Sodexo/Entegra, she is an expert in food and nutrition operations, previously serving as Director of National Nutrition Program, and having developed a Health & Wellness program for senior residents and employees. Cindy is a Registered Dietitian with a Master’s in Nutrition Education and Intrinsic Coach for Health & Wellness.

Business Performance

 

Leveraging our own operational excellence, this team hones our processes, training,
best practices and infrastructure so we can better serve Entegra customers.

Featured expert: Tim Walker

Director, Supplier Engagement

 

Tim is a strategic and results-oriented professional with over 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, spanning property, distribution, and manufacturing sides of the business. As Director of Supplier Growth and Engagement, Tim leads a team dedicated to connecting suppliers with clients through effective cross-functional collaboration, driving measurable growth across all segments. Tim is focused on advancing Entegra's goals through effective leadership and strategic initiatives, ensuring outstanding results.

Finance, Data and Reporting

 

Supporting client business reviews and contract renewal, this team also tracks and
reports on buying trends and client spend to inform purchasing decisions.

Featured expert: Adrian Cox

Vice President of Data Management and Digital Solutions, North America

 

With an MBA in Finance, Adrian has gotten results at Entegra and Sodexo for 20 years. An example: Adrian worked directly with a client for 18 months to double their CUR by leveraging internal systems, data analysis, and the use contracted/stocked products for additional savings. Having helped launched Entegra’s VAST, PIM, ProCoM, and Purchasing IQ Products, Adrian also pushes technology for customers.

Want to become an Entegra expert?

We are always looking to recruit enterprising individuals with a commitment to professional service.

 

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