KANSAS CITY, KS — Tippins Gourmet Pies, a major player in both the branded and private label pie space, has announced Michele Mauden as the company’s new VP of sales and marketing.
“We’re fortunate to have an experienced and proven sales leader joining our team,” said Robin Venn, Tippin’s president. “Michele understands the bakery business from every angle because she has worked in manufacturing, in grocery, and as a food broker. She’ll be a tremendous asset as we work to grow our business with premium retailers across the country.”
Her previous positions include leadership roles with Legendary Baking, Dianne’s Fine Desserts and Premier Sales Solutions food brokers, in addition to a variety of bakery operations and sales positions with Albertsons.
She takes the helm as Jim Antrup retires at the end of March. He has been working with Tippins since 2019.
“It’s an exciting time to join the Tippin’s Pies team, and I look forward to building on their momentum and helping to expand Tippin’s pie business,” Mauden said. “This is a pie brand with a wonderful history of premium quality, taste, and customer satisfaction.”
