LACEY, Wash., July 30, 2024 – Today Harbor Foods is excited to announce the appointment of Jeff Keene as the new Chief Information Officer (CIO), effective immediately at our Lacey, Washington headquarters. Jeff’s arrival marks a significant milestone in our journey towards technological excellence and innovation.

Jeff is an executive with extensive practical process and technical solution experience, having been entrusted by three former CEOs to address challenges pivotal to the success of their businesses. His C-level expertise spans a diverse range of industries, including global manufacturing and distribution, consumer products, national lab, and entertainment. Jeff’s proficiency in building and mentoring teams on effective analysis techniques, cyber security impacts, process design, and implementation methodologies is an invaluable asset to our leadership team at Harbor Foods.

With a track record of strong problem-solving and strategic growth, Jeff has consistently demonstrated his ability to lead critical tech initiatives. His appointment as CIO is a testament to Harbor Foods’ commitment to growth and innovation. Jeff’s wealth of knowledge and leadership in technology will be instrumental in enhancing our technological capabilities, propelling Harbor Foods into a future of expansion and excellence in serving our customers.

About Harbor Foods

Harbor Foods is a fourth-generation family-owned independent distributor, proudly serving the West Coast. For over 100 years, Harbor has supported local entrepreneurs that provide jobs in their communities, bring convenience to busy lives, and invite us all the experience life around the table. Every day.

In 2024, Harbor Foods again received the coveted Washington’s Best Workplaces Award and recognition as one of Washington’s Fastest-growing Private Companies. These accolades reflect the company’s mantra of being obsessed with the success of each of its 1,200+ team members.

Through its subsidiaries, Harbor Wholesale and Harbor Foodservice, the company serves over 7,000 restaurants, hospitality venues, convenience stores, and independent grocers, offering a wide selection of local and national products, business solutions, and Harbor’s own Real Fresh Brands™. These brands include Scratch Dig-in-Chicken™, Mountain Fresh™, Via Vita Pizza®, Split Shift®, Watertown Craft Roasted®, Mein Street®, and Skippers®, catering to diverse culinary preferences. Additionally, Harbor Foods houses Northlink Logistics, an end-to-end third-party logistics company where their unique culture and values create a hassle-free experience.