DANVERS, Mass., June 20 /PRNewswire/ — The Hale Group, Ltd., the leading strategic consulting firm serving the food and agribusiness industries, announced today that Jon Holt has joined the firm as Associate Principal. He will serve the growing needs of our clients as a member of the firm’s West Coast foodservice practice.

Jon brings over fifteen years of extensive sales, marketing and general management experience in the food industry to The Hale Group. He also brings a unique understanding of the food industry supply chain having served in executive positions in manufacturing, distribution and national chain restaurant operations for best in class organizations including RJR/Nabisco, Sysco Food Services and TGI Friday’s.

“As the food industry evolves, it is increasingly important for companies to partner with all members of the supply chain to remain competitive,” stated Bill Mason, Managing Director. “The Hale Group works with clients to develop strategies to successfully manage these critical relationships. Our West Coast clients will be well served with Jon’s hands-on experience working within various segments of the supply chain.”