DICKINSON — Baker Boy, Inc., a prominent manufacturer of bakery products, announced the promotion of three long-time employees to executive vice president positions within the company. Melissa Krehlik has been named chief financial officer and vice president, Derek Rambousek has been named vice president of operations, and Craig VanHyfte has been named vice president of sales and marketing.
The promotions were announced by Baker Boy President Guy Muth, who praised the promotees for their extensive experience and dedication to the company.
“These senior leaders have nearly 70 years of combined experience at Baker Boy,” he said. “Their dedication and commitment to continuous improvement has allowed us to grow rapidly.”
Melissa Krehlik, who has been with Baker Boy since 1996, expressed gratitude for the opportunity to continue leading the company, albeit in a new role.
“I have been humbled to work for such a great company and with such great employees for the past 28 years,” she said. “We are very excited about our future growth and opportunities.”
Similarly, Derek Lambusek, whose tenure was backdated in 1996, expressed his gratitude.
“I am truly honored and grateful to be a part of this great team at Baker Boy,” he said. “I am also excited and focused on growing the company and helping build a lasting organization here in Dickinson.”
Baker Boy, Inc., headquartered in Dickinson, North Dakota, has established itself as a leading manufacturer of premium bakery products since its inception. With a rich history spanning decades, Baker Boy has consistently maintained a reputation for excellence in quality and service.
The company's commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction has driven its growth and expansion into a variety of markets, including foodservice, bakery, c-store and private label. Known for iconic brands like Magic Ring® Donuts, Prairie Pantry® and The Donut Hole®, Baker Boy has become synonymous with delicious and trusted baked goods. State-of-the-art equipment and strict quality control measures ensure that all products meet the highest standards of freshness and taste.
Craig VanHyfte, who joined Baker Boy in 2011, expressed optimism about the company's future prospects.
“I am excited about the opportunities to grow Baker Boy's sales in both the food service and retail sectors over the next few years, and look forward to working with the sales team to achieve goals that will lead to growth for the company,” he said. I want to go,'' he said.
These three promotions highlight a significant change in Baker Boy's leadership and are touted as a continued commitment to recognizing and developing talent within its workforce.
For more information about Baker Boy and its products, please visit www.bakerboy.com.
James B. Miller Jr. is editor of Dickinson Press in Dickinson, North Dakota. He strives to provide community-driven, professional and highly locally focused news coverage of Southwest North Dakota.