JTM Food Group Adds New National K-12 Education Manager to Growing School Division

HARRISON, OH, January 11, 2013 (Press-News.org) JTM Food Group has added Mr. Dan Johnson to its School Division as Manager, National K-12 Education, effective today. With more than 30 years of experience in the school foodservice industry, Mr. Johnson's skills in contract management and group purchasing will be a significant asset as JTM continues to grow its school sector.
Mr. Johnson has worked with some of the top foodservice providers across the U.S., most recently with AdvancedPierre Foods as Director of Education Sales. While there, Mr. Johnson was a top performer in introducing new products to the market and growing business in his eight years of service. In his new role, Mr. Johnson will work with the major group purchasing organizations in the country to assist in growing JTM's school portfolio.

"We value quality and experience, and Dan has both in very high supply, " said Brian Hofmeier, Vice President, Education Sales, for JTM Food Group. "He not only brings a passion for the K-12 foodservice industry but has created great relationships with key individuals in this business. I've known Dan for a number of years, serving together on various committees, and I've always respected his business sense and efficiency. He's a terrific addition to our team as we serve more schools across the country and develop new products for that market."

JTM provides menu items to more than 13 million K-12 students at more than 7,000 school districts in the U.S., offering more than 150 menu items, and delivering a variety of finished food products. Hofmeier explains that this new role was necessary to ensure the company can continue to provide the best service, support and solutions to both new and existing customers in the growing and evolving K-12 foodservice segment.

About JTM Food Group
Family owned and operated since 1980, JTM Food Group specializes in menu solutions that deliver superior results to the food service industry. Focused on customer service, quality and innovation, J.T.M. serves thousands of schools, restaurants, military and government organizations, food distributors and retailers throughout North America. In 2012, JTM was named the 77th largest private firm on the Deloitte Cincinnati USA 100 list, and in 2011, JTM was named one of the Cincinnati Business Courier's Fast 55, an award that recognizes the fastest-growing private firms in greater Cincinnati. For more information, visit http://www.JTMFoodGroup.com.