Posts in the Encore Associates 2.0 category:


Lourdes (Mayosh) Barton

Mayosh Barton is a results-driven, innovative problem solver with a proven track record of driving strategic negotiations and developing successful relationships in both the retail and wholesale sectors.  She has a passion...
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Charles (Chuck) Rodgers

Chuck Rodgers has over 40 years of experience in the retail food industry. He has a passion for bridging and connecting diverse groups to expedite the assessment, creation and implementation of Marketing...
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Marion Martinez

Marion Martinez is an organized and efficient professional providing thorough and skillful administrative support to executives, directors, and managers. She performs assignments of a confidential nature, applying sound judgment and strong attention...
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Crystal Butler

Crystal Butler is a passionate and innovative leader with 26 years of experience in the retail and food industry. Most recently with Safeway, she progressed through varied positions providing a unique skill...
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Mariela Oetinger

Mariela Oetinger is a Principal, Strategic Sourcing Services at Encore Associates.  Mariela has a successful history in Food Retail and Global Strategic Sourcing.  She is a former Group Director at Albertson’s /Safeway...
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Brooke Fan

Brooke Fan is a Supply Chain Executive with a proven track record of developing and implementing innovative supply chain solutions to achieve significant cost savings, improved service and efficiency. Her experience spans...
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Shaila Garde-Lester

Shaila Garde-Lester has over 25 years of experience in the consumer-packaged goods industry with a focus in marketing, strategy, innovation and general business management.  Her work experience spans branded and private label...
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Howard Befort

A 44 year veteran of the retail food industry who is an Accomplished and Results Driven Senior Marketing Executive with a proven record of leadership, strategic vision and sales growth for Safeway,...
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Greg Sparks

Greg leads our Private Equity and Mergers and Acquisitions Practice. His Strategic Leadership, Financial Acumen and deep understanding of Operations is leveraged by PE Firms and Bankers. Greg's illustrative career spans over...
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Tiffany Souders

Tiffany Souders is a Sales and Marketing leader with over 15 years of experience within the CPG industry. Her experience spans across top retailers within key channels including Mass, Drug, Club, Convenience...
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