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505 Southwestern names new president

Ted Gardner to lead company

505 Southwestern logo
505 Southwestern logo

505 Southwestern has appointed Ted Gardner as president. Prior joining the company, Gardner held leadership roles at several companies, including General Mills, Heinz, Conagra and Unified Grocers. He also was president of Authentic Specialty Foods and the owner of the La Victoria & Embasa salsa and pepper brands.

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