Arthur Flores

Arthur Flores is the President and co-founder of the Los Angeles Distributing Company (LAD), a firm he established in 2012 alongside his partner Richard Medina. The company specializes in distributing healthier snacks and ready-to-drink beverages, primarily serving businesses in Southern California. Under his leadership, LAD has developed a reputation for quality and customer service, positioning itself as a key distributor for emerging brands in the food and beverage sector.

Background and Education

Flores earned his business degree from the Marshall School of Business at the University of Southern California in 2007. He initially worked as an analyst in the mortgage industry before transitioning to food distribution during the economic downturn of 2008. This experience contributed to his insights when founding LAD.

Leadership and Strategy

As President, Flores manages both the financial and operational aspects of LAD. He focuses on building robust relationships with customers and suppliers while ensuring that the company adapts to market trends. His strategy includes maintaining a selective product portfolio, which consists of over a thousand items, ensuring that LAD remains aligned with consumer demands for healthier options.

Company Growth and Adaptation

During the COVID-19 pandemic, LAD shifted its focus to grocery and convenience stores as traditional markets slowed down. Flores implemented measures to reduce waste and retain employees, demonstrating adaptability in challenging times. Looking ahead, he aims for LAD to expand its reach within major grocery chains across the Greater Los Angeles area.

Flores's vision for LAD emphasizes supporting small food brands that often lack attention from larger distributors, believing they will continue to thrive due to their authenticity and responsiveness to consumer needs.123