Naturally Fresh, Inc. facts for kids
| Private | |
| Industry | Food Manufacture |
| Founded | Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. (1966) |
| Headquarters | Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. |
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Number of locations
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1 manufacturing plant and 22 distribution facilities |
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Key people
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W. Spence Richardson, Plant Manager Steve Loftus, General Manager Michael (Mike) White, SVP, Sales and Marketing |
| Products | Dips, Marinades, Salad Dressings, Syrups and Sauces |
| Parent | TreeHouse Foods |
Naturally Fresh, Inc. is a company that makes many tasty food items like salad dressings, sauces, marinades, and dips. They also create special dressings and sauces for different restaurants and businesses, including Hooters. Naturally Fresh is one of the biggest companies making sauces and salad dressings in the United States.
History of Naturally Fresh
How the Company Started
Naturally Fresh began in 1966. It was first called Eastern Foods. The company was started by Robert H. Brooks, who also founded Hooters of America. Eastern Foods first sold non-dairy creamer to airlines.
In 1980, Eastern Foods introduced a new line of products under the name "Naturally Fresh." This brand became very popular. Because of its success, the company officially changed its name to Naturally Fresh, Inc. in 2002.
Changes in Ownership
In 2003, Robert Brooks retired. His son, Coby G. Brooks, became the President and CEO of the company. After Robert passed away in 2006, Coby took on a larger role in both Hooters and Naturally Fresh, Inc.
Later, in 2012, Naturally Fresh was bought by another large food company called TreeHouse Foods. TreeHouse Foods now owns Naturally Fresh, Inc.
