PORTLAND, OR — Franz Bakery announced several leadership changes including the promotion of Kim Nisbet to CEO and Bob Albers’ retirement from the role.
After 48 years with the company, Albers will remain as chair of the board.
Nisbet has been with Franz for 34 years and most recently served as president, overseeing operations in Idaho, sales and marketing. She has been an influential part in aligning and driving company-wide collaboration, with a focus on innovation, bakery efficiencies, safety and brand awareness.
“I am honored to continue serving our company and communities, and proud to extend the legacy of our brands for the years to come,” Nisbet said.
In addition to Nisbet’s ascension to CEO, Rob Robinson and Justus Larson have been promoted to VP of sales and operations, respectively. Robinson has spent 29 years at Franz in key roles such as supervising account sales and DSD operations as well as bakery operations in Idaho. Larson has been with the family-owned company for 22 years, focusing on engineering and safety improvements for bakery operations.
