Kevin Wilson taking the helm as Golbon's new president

Golbon, a leading national foodservice buying and marketing group supporting the success of independent distributors, has named Kevin Wilson as the company's president.

“Kevin brings a depth and breadth in the foodservice arena combined with an enthusiasm that we are confident will help Golbon continue to innovate and lead for years to come,” said Skip Oppenheimer, chairman and CEO of Oppenheimer Cos. Inc.

With over 20 years of foodservice distribution experience, Wilson brings a progressive background in leadership, finance, accounting, IT and field operations. His background includes roles at Food Services of America, Shamrock Foods and US Foods. He holds a bachelor of business administration degree from Gonzaga University and then attended the inaugural IFDA Executive Leadership Program at the University of Virginia Darden School of Business.

“I am incredibly excited and honored to join the Golbon team as president," said Wilson. "My goal in leading this organization is to build on the achievements of the past 60 years and help write the next chapter for Golbon.”