Hojeij Branded Foods (“HBF”) announced the hiring of Richard Chinsammy earlier this month to lead their business development and concept portfolio strategy team.
Chinsammy comes to the company with 16 years of experience in airport concessions including with various positions at HMSHost International, Sodexho USA and Westfield Concessions Management.
Over the past 2 years, Richard has worked as a concessions consultant in the areas of retail, food and beverage advising both airports and concessionaires on the modernization of their programs. He specializes in the development of merchandising, customer service, and brand portfolio strategies.
Most recently Chinsammy vice president of business development for Westfield Concession Management where he was responsible for leading all new business development activities.
During his tenure at HMSHost as director of concept development, he deployed HMSHost’s strategic portfolio of brands and worked on the business development team.
As vice president of retail strategy and concept development, at Sodexho USA Campus Services Division, he was responsible for developing and managing the division’s strategic concept portfolio.
“The HBF team is committed to raising the bar in the industry. This commitment is evident with Richard’s appointment to our team,” says Cathy Hojeij, president of Hojeij Branded Foods. “He is one of the most highly regarded concept development executives in our industry,” she notes.
Earlier this year, the company hired Regynald Washington as COO. “These appointments of respected industry specialists enhances our team and adds years of experience and expertise to our organization,” says Hojeij. “We will continue our search for the best resources to bring to our team as we grow our business across the country.
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