Top 10 Food Brokers-2024

In the U.S. food broker industry, there is ongoing change propelled by technological advancements, evolving consumer preferences, and the rapid expansion of e-commerce. Brokers are not just adapting, but shaping their strategies to meet the demands of today’s consumers, recognizing that consumer preferences are integral to the industry’s direction.

The growth of supermarket chains, discount stores, and online retailers has had a significant impact on the food broker industry landscape. In response to this, brokers are not just adapting, but leading the charge by leveraging new technologies to stay competitive. Data analytics and digital marketing tools have become essential for understanding consumer trends and refining strategies, ensuring that brokers can tailor their offerings to match market demands more effectively.

In addition, there is a noticeable surge in consumer interest in sustainable, locally sourced, and specialty foods. This burgeoning trend has given rise to niche brokers focusing specifically on these areas. These specialized brokers utilize their expertise to connect suppliers with retailers who are meeting the growing demand for ethical and unique food products. By concentrating on these niches, brokers are better equipped to cater to evolving consumer preferences and propel the industry forward.

As the industry continues to adapt and respond to these changes, it is evident that the role of technology and specialization will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the food broker industry. With the adoption of new technologies and a focus on niche markets, food brokers are embracing the opportunity to meet the demands of an ever-evolving consumer base.

The latest edition Food Brokers 2024 showcases RNR Partners. The edition also features interviews with industry leaders, providing insights into the latest developments and trends in the food broker sector. Experts such as Olawumi Wumi Yusuff, Director of Food Safety at Ferrara, and Mike Levinson, Director of Sales-Food service at Palermo’s Pizza, share their perspectives on industry challenges and emerging trends. We hope these valuable insights from industry leaders featured in this edition will assist you in making informed decisions for your businesses.

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Food Brokers - 2024

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RNR Partners

Reilly and Reilly Partners stand ready to harness your vision and enhance your product’s exposure and profitability across the nation. Strategically located in historic Portsmouth, New Hampshire, we have long-standing relationships with some of the region’s top supermarkets, specialty food stores, wholesalers, and pharmacies. Couple that with more than 40 years of food brokerage, sales, and snack consulting experience calling on the nation’s top retailers and a history of double-digit sales growth, you can rest easy knowing your brand is in good hands.

We give each line of ours the time that they deserve. This approach has been key to growing our company

Matt Reilly, President and Kyle Reilly, Director of Sales and Finance
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Epic Sales Partners

Epic Sales Partners is a premier independent fresh food sales agency in the U.S., adeptly connecting food manufacturers with leading grocery retailers. It targets the supermarket perimeter, focusing on perishable goods, along with specialty foods.

We serve as a pivotal support system for field personnel, retailers and manufacturers alike. Our efforts are instrumental in maintaining the operational efficiency and effectiveness that Epic Sales is known for, bridging the gap between in-field activities and administrative necessities to enhance overall service delivery

Mike Marek, CFO, Epic Sales Partners; Mark Wilhelm, President, Epic West; Adriana Alvarado, Director of Customer Service and Administration; David Huddle, President, Epic Central; Melissa Kruse, VP, Human Resources; Bart Thorne, President, Epic East; Sergio Montoya, Finance
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Action Food Sales

Action Food Sales is a top perishable food brokerage firm representing companies in the industry. It specializes in seafood sales, including fresh, chilled, ready-to-eat, and frozen products, and has the expertise to navigate the complex global seafood industry effectively.
Hanks Brokerage

Hanks Brokerage is a contract sales agent company operating two separate divisions. The Industrial Sales Division supplies ingredients and services to the food manufacturing industry. The Foodservice Sales Division represents ingredients into the foodservice channel, supplying the distributors and working directly with the restaurant operators and chain accounts.
HWY Partners

HWY Partners is a leading food, snack, and confectionery sales agency with expertise in grocery, drug, club, c-store, vending, and alternative trade markets. They offer category leadership through analysis, space planning, industry insights, and merchandising execution, adapting to changing retail conditions to benefit their principals and customers.
Market Solutions

Market Solutions is a national sales and marketing agency for the consumer packaged goods industry, offering a holistic approach to integrated growth. Services include research and analytics, brand strategy, product development, sales, retail execution, and brand activation. They cater to both emerging and established brands, enhancing sales and marketing efforts.
Mueller Yurgae Associates (MYA)

Mueller Yurgae Associates (MYA), founded in 1975 is a regional independent food broker in the CPG industry. They offer extensive services focused on brand building and sales growth, with a dedicated team averaging over 9 years of tenure, ensuring exceptional results for clients and customers.
Pinnacle Food Sales

Pinnacle Food Sales, a brokerage company with over 40 years of experience, specializes in supermarket, specialty, and independent chains in the southeast market. They offer merchandising, category management, and marketing services, fostering strategic partnerships with clients to drive sales through new item introductions, sales initiatives, and promotional programs.
STAR Brokerage Sales & Marketing Agency

STAR Brokerage Sales & Marketing Agency is a boutique food brokerage company serving in the retail, grocery, consumer product goods industries. Their mission is to help food, beverage, and CPG manufacturers, import distributors, and suppliers navigate the wholesale and retail channels of distribution, getting products on the shelf quicker and in the consumers’ hands more effectively and efficiently
Ultimate Sales

Ultimate Sales is a privately held company providing sales and marketing services for manufacturers to the convenience store, dollar, and mass trade markets across the United States and North America. With over 30 years of experience, Ultimate Sales is known for its expertise, strong relationships, and humility in servicing customers
RNR Partners

Reilly and Reilly Partners stand ready to harness your vision and enhance your product’s exposure and profitability across the nation. Strategically located in historic Portsmouth, New Hampshire, we have long-standing relationships with some of the region’s top supermarkets, specialty food stores, wholesalers, and pharmacies. Couple that with more than 40 years of food brokerage, sales, and snack consulting experience calling on the nation’s top retailers and a history of double-digit sales growth, you can rest easy knowing your brand is in good hands.
We give each line of ours the time that they deserve. This approach has been key to growing our company

Matt Reilly, President and Kyle Reilly, Director of Sales and Finance,..
Epic Sales Partners

Epic Sales Partners is a premier independent fresh food sales agency in the U.S., adeptly connecting food manufacturers with leading grocery retailers. It targets the supermarket perimeter, focusing on perishable goods, along with specialty foods.
We serve as a pivotal support system for field personnel, retailers and manufacturers alike. Our efforts are instrumental in maintaining the operational efficiency and effectiveness that Epic Sales is known for, bridging the gap between in-field activities and administrative necessities to enhance overall service delivery

Mike Marek, CFO, Epic Sales Partners; Mark Wilhelm, President, Epic West; Adriana Alvarado, Director of Customer Service and Administration; David Huddle, President, Epic Central; Melissa Kruse, VP, Human Resources; Bart Thorne, President, Epic East; Sergio Montoya, Finance,..
Action Food Sales

Action Food Sales is a top perishable food brokerage firm representing companies in the industry. It specializes in seafood sales, including fresh, chilled, ready-to-eat, and frozen products, and has the expertise to navigate the complex global seafood industry effectively.
Hanks Brokerage

Hanks Brokerage is a contract sales agent company operating two separate divisions. The Industrial Sales Division supplies ingredients and services to the food manufacturing industry. The Foodservice Sales Division represents ingredients into the foodservice channel, supplying the distributors and working directly with the restaurant operators and chain accounts.
HWY Partners

HWY Partners is a leading food, snack, and confectionery sales agency with expertise in grocery, drug, club, c-store, vending, and alternative trade markets. They offer category leadership through analysis, space planning, industry insights, and merchandising execution, adapting to changing retail conditions to benefit their principals and customers.
Market Solutions

Market Solutions is a national sales and marketing agency for the consumer packaged goods industry, offering a holistic approach to integrated growth. Services include research and analytics, brand strategy, product development, sales, retail execution, and brand activation. They cater to both emerging and established brands, enhancing sales and marketing efforts.
Mueller Yurgae Associates (MYA)

Mueller Yurgae Associates (MYA), founded in 1975 is a regional independent food broker in the CPG industry. They offer extensive services focused on brand building and sales growth, with a dedicated team averaging over 9 years of tenure, ensuring exceptional results for clients and customers.
Pinnacle Food Sales

Pinnacle Food Sales, a brokerage company with over 40 years of experience, specializes in supermarket, specialty, and independent chains in the southeast market. They offer merchandising, category management, and marketing services, fostering strategic partnerships with clients to drive sales through new item introductions, sales initiatives, and promotional programs.
STAR Brokerage Sales & Marketing Agency

STAR Brokerage Sales & Marketing Agency is a boutique food brokerage company serving in the retail, grocery, consumer product goods industries. Their mission is to help food, beverage, and CPG manufacturers, import distributors, and suppliers navigate the wholesale and retail channels of distribution, getting products on the shelf quicker and in the consumers’ hands more effectively and efficiently
Ultimate Sales

Ultimate Sales is a privately held company providing sales and marketing services for manufacturers to the convenience store, dollar, and mass trade markets across the United States and North America. With over 30 years of experience, Ultimate Sales is known for its expertise, strong relationships, and humility in servicing customers