Robert Sarlls

Robert Sarlls is an accomplished senior executive with a strong managerial background in implementing growth strategies, operational enhancements, and best practices to drive sales, profitability, and shareholder value.

He currently leads a team at a fast-forward, better-for-you snack manufacturing company, focusing on clean label, non-GMO, and organic products, collaborating with leading global FMCG players, prominent retailers, and emerging snack brands.

Previously, Robert played a pivotal role in developing and executing corporate strategies for a large nut company, leading to exceptional sales growth, EBITDA tripling, and a substantial increase in stock value, creating significant shareholder value. He also oversaw the expansion of branded efforts into Asia.

His expertise spans across snacks, manufacturing, food and beverage, agribusiness, sales, consumer products, brands, strategy, private label, business development, mergers and acquisitions, international sales, investor relations, private equity, strategic advisory, turnarounds, corporate transformations, financial analysis, project management, and retail.

Robert Sarlls has participated as a panelist and chairman in various high-profile industry events discussing topics like consumer food disruptors, private equity investing in agribusiness, and globalization of the food production system.

He holds an A.B. Cum Laude in Social Studies from Harvard College, where he focused on Latin American political economy and economics. Additionally, he attended Hunter College High School.

In his professional journey, Robert has been a member of the Board of Directors at The Mennel Milling Company, Chairman of the Board at SNAC International, President and CEO at Wyandot Inc, among other pivotal roles in prestigious organizations.

His past roles include senior positions at companies like John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc., RBC Capital Markets, Rabobank, and various other notable firms in the food and beverage industry.

Robert Sarlls' diverse skill set and extensive experience make him a seasoned expert in the fields of snacks, manufacturing, food industry, business strategies, and international sales.