Ronald H. Klein
Director/Board Member at Mrs. Gerry's Kitchen, Inc.
Profile
Ron Klein joined Sequel Holdings in 2011 as Managing Director to lead Sequel’s efforts in the food and beverage sectors.
He chairs the boards of directors of Brady Enterprises and Mrs. Gerry’s Kitchen and serves on the board of directors of Chairmans Foods.
He also sits on the Investment Committee of all Sequel funds.
Prior to joining Sequel, Mr. Klein held various senior level positions with Dean Foods Company, with responsibilities ranging from M&A, strategy and capital markets transactions.
While at Dean Foods, Mr. Klein completed over 70 mergers, acquisitions and strategic alliances, contributing to the growth of the company from approximately $500 million in sales to over $12 billion.
In addition to his corporate finance experience at Dean, Mr. Klein also held key operating roles, most notably leading its cultured products group.
Mr. Klein began his career as a financial analyst with Bear, Sterns & Co. focusing on mergers and acquisitions and debt and equity offerings for mid-to-large size companies.
Mr. Klein received his B.B.A.
from The University of Texas at Austin.
Ronald H. Klein active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
Sequel Holdings LP
 Sequel Holdings LP Investment ManagersFinance Sequel Holdings LP (Sequel Holdings) is a private equity firm founded in 2002 by John W. Madden. The firm is headquartered in Dallas, Texas. | Private Equity Investor | 01/01/2011 |
Brady Enterprises, Inc.
 Brady Enterprises, Inc. Food: Meat/Fish/DairyConsumer Non-Durables Brady Enterprises, Inc. manufactures dry mix and powdered food products. It offers coffee and cocoa mixes, soft drinks, non-nutritive sweeteners, nutritional supplements and crane berry powders. The firm's services include research and product development, sourcing of raw materials, production scheduling, batching and shipping. The company was founded in 1964 and is headquartered in East Weymouth, MA. | Director/Board Member | - |
Mrs. Gerry's Kitchen, Inc.
 Mrs. Gerry's Kitchen, Inc. Internet Software/ServicesTechnology Services Mrs. Gerry's Kitchen, Inc. is a company that offers a variety of homemade salads, sides, and entrees. Mrs. Gerry's Kitchen is based in Albert Lea, MN. The company's products can be found in delis and are available for grab and go. The company prioritizes safe handling and provides information on allergens and serving ideas. The company was founded in 1973 by Jerry Vogt and Gerry Vogt, and the current CEO is Chad Vogt. | Director/Board Member | - |
Chairmans Foods LLC
 Chairmans Foods LLC Food DistributorsDistribution Services Chairmans Foods LLC operates as a producer of fresh salads, frozen and refrigerated food products for retailers and foodservice outlets. It offers vegetables, soups and sauces, steaks and chops, and deli meats. The company is headquartered in Nashville, TN. | Director/Board Member | - |
Former positions of Ronald H. Klein
| Companies | Position | End |
|---|---|---|
| DEAN FOODS COMPANY | Corporate Officer/Principal | 31/12/2007 |
Training of Ronald H. Klein
| The University of Texas at Austin | Undergraduate Degree |
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| Private companies | 5 |
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Dean Foods Co.
 Dean Foods Co. Food: Meat/Fish/DairyConsumer Non-Durables Dean Foods Co. engages in the manufacture, sale, and direct-to-store distribution of fluid milk and other dairy products. Its portfolio includes the DairyPure and TruMoo brands, along with other regional dairy brands such as Alta Dena, Berkeley Farms, Country Fresh, Dean's, Friendly's, Garelick Farms, LAND O LAKES milk and cultured products, Lehigh Valley Dairy Farms, Mayfield, McArthur, Meadow Gold, Oak Farms, PET, T.G. Lee, and Tuscan. The company was founded by Samuel E. Dean, Sr. in 1925 and is headquartered in Dallas, TX. | Consumer Non-Durables |
Sequel Holdings LP
Sequel Holdings LP Investment ManagersFinance Sequel Holdings LP (Sequel Holdings) is a private equity firm founded in 2002 by John W. Madden. The firm is headquartered in Dallas, Texas. | Finance |
Brady Enterprises, Inc.
Brady Enterprises, Inc. Food: Meat/Fish/DairyConsumer Non-Durables Brady Enterprises, Inc. manufactures dry mix and powdered food products. It offers coffee and cocoa mixes, soft drinks, non-nutritive sweeteners, nutritional supplements and crane berry powders. The firm's services include research and product development, sourcing of raw materials, production scheduling, batching and shipping. The company was founded in 1964 and is headquartered in East Weymouth, MA. | Consumer Non-Durables |
Mrs. Gerry's Kitchen, Inc.
Mrs. Gerry's Kitchen, Inc. Internet Software/ServicesTechnology Services Mrs. Gerry's Kitchen, Inc. is a company that offers a variety of homemade salads, sides, and entrees. Mrs. Gerry's Kitchen is based in Albert Lea, MN. The company's products can be found in delis and are available for grab and go. The company prioritizes safe handling and provides information on allergens and serving ideas. The company was founded in 1973 by Jerry Vogt and Gerry Vogt, and the current CEO is Chad Vogt. | Technology Services |
Chairmans Foods LLC
Chairmans Foods LLC Food DistributorsDistribution Services Chairmans Foods LLC operates as a producer of fresh salads, frozen and refrigerated food products for retailers and foodservice outlets. It offers vegetables, soups and sauces, steaks and chops, and deli meats. The company is headquartered in Nashville, TN. | Distribution Services |
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