[Pawtucket, RI – October 7, 2024] – Pet Food Experts (PFX), a leading distributor in the pet food industry, has announced a significant leadership transition. Greg Cyr has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Michael Baker, who served in the role for 25 years. Baker will now take on the position of Vice Chair of the Board of Directors, remaining actively involved in shaping the company’s strategic direction and vision. This change signals an exciting phase for Pet Food Experts as they look to build upon their legacy and foster continued growth in the pet industry.
Michael Baker reflected on his tenure, stating, “Building PFX with such a talented and dedicated team has been the honor of my career. We’ve cultivated PFX into more than just a business; it’s a thriving community rooted in trust, strong relationships, and shared values. Today, Pet Food Experts stands as an industry leader, distinguished by our unwavering commitment to the success and well-being of our employees, retail partners, and vendor collaborators. I am incredibly proud of our collective achievements and confident that under Greg’s leadership, we are poised to embark on an exciting new chapter of growth.”
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Greg Cyr brings over 25 years of extensive executive leadership and a proven track record of success within the pet sector, making him a perfect fit to lead Pet Food Experts into its next era. His previous role as CEO of Mid America Pet Foods saw him drive substantial growth, establishing the company as a prominent force in pet food manufacturing. Cyr’s deep industry knowledge and experience uniquely position him to steer Pet Food Experts toward transformative growth and innovation. Before his tenure at Mid America Pet Foods, Cyr held several key senior leadership positions, including Chief Commercial Officer at Phillips Pet Food & Supplies, President of Central Garden & Pet, and various commercial roles at Mars Petcare and Del Monte Foods, accumulating a wealth of experience across diverse facets of the pet industry.
“I am deeply honored to assume the role of CEO at Pet Food Experts,” said Cyr. “The company boasts an impressive history and a steadfast dedication to excellence. Michael’s leadership has cultivated an exceptional culture and established a benchmark for service that I have long admired. As we commence this new chapter, I am enthusiastic about collaborating with Michael, the Board, our executive team, and the entire PFX community to forge an inspiring future. My primary focus is to build upon the robust foundation Michael and the team have established and to continue delivering outstanding value to our partners as leading pet food experts.”
John Tracy, Chairman of the Pet Food Experts Board, commented on the appointment: “On behalf of the Board, we are delighted to welcome Greg as the new CEO of Pet Food Experts. Following a thorough and thoughtful succession planning process, the Board unanimously selected Greg due to his exceptional leadership qualities and demonstrable results across various businesses. His profound understanding of the pet industry and the importance of the relationships we have nurtured with retailers and vendor partners will be invaluable as we move into our next phase of growth. We are eager to work with Greg as he upholds the fundamental values of PFX while guiding us towards a future characterized by innovation and significant expansion as true pet food experts.”
