DENVER, CO. – October 28, 2024 – Leprino Foods is pleased to announce that Lance FitzSimmons has officially assumed the role of President and Chief Executive Officer, following the retirement of Mike Durkin earlier this month. FitzSimmons becomes the fourth president in the company’s 75-year history, bringing a wealth of experience and a proven track record of leadership.
FitzSimmons, who joined Leprino Foods in 2009, has served most recently as the company’s Executive Vice President and Chief Supply Chain Officer. Over his tenure, he has played a critical role in the growth and success of the organization, managing nearly every division within the company including overseeing manufacturing operations, supply chain and serving as CFO. His diverse background and leadership have helped drive strategic initiatives that have positioned Leprino Foods as a global leader in the dairy industry.
“Lance is known for his exceptional leadership. His record of success and dynamic expertise positions him to lead us into our next phase of growth,” Dan Vecchiarelli, Chairman of the Leprino Foods Board of Directors, said.
“I am honored to lead this remarkable organization into its next chapter,” said FitzSimmons. “Our company’s success has always been rooted in our commitment to our core values and I look forward to continuing that legacy as we build on our strengths and seize new opportunities in the future.”
About Leprino Foods Company
Leprino Foods Company, headquartered in Denver, Colorado, is a world leader in the production of premium-quality dairy food and ingredients. One of the largest producers of mozzarella cheese in the world, Leprino Foods is also a leading supplier of lactose, whey protein, micellar casein and sweet whey. Leprino Foods employs approximately 5,500+ people worldwide and has global sales in over 79+ countries. The company’s expanding international presence provides access to key markets across the globe. This includes the EU and UK with plants in Llangefni, Wales; Magheralin, Northern Ireland; and Portlaoise in the Republic of Ireland. In South America, the company operates a manufacturing facility in Tapejara, Brazil. The company also has a sales and culinary innovation hub in Singapore, and representative offices in Shanghai and Tokyo. For more information, please visit www.leprinofoods.com.