Bongards names Thomas as incoming CEO
Courtesy of Bongards Creameries
Dennis Thomas has been appointed president and CEO for Bongards Creameries, effective January 1, 2026.
Thomas, currently Bongards’ chief operating officer, will assume the role on the retirement of Daryl Larson, who has served as president and CEO since 2018. “We’re confident that Dennis, with his tremendous depth of experience and knowledge, will successfully lead Bongards into the future, building upon the growth and industry leadership that Daryl has achieved during his tenure,” says Ziegler.
Thomas’ extensive background in the dairy industry prior to Bongards includes general management roles with Dairy Farmers of America, Foremost Farms, Land O’ Lakes, and Kraft Foods. Over the past five years, Thomas has been instrumental in expanding and driving operational efficiencies of the Bongards’ plants in Humboldt, Tenn., and Bongards, Minn., increasing the company’s manufacturing capabilities and capacity.
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