Bonnie Johnson
December 23, 2024
Media ArticleJOH is excited to announce significant leadership promotions within the organization, recognizing the substantial contributions of two key team members.
Dan McKernan has been elevated to Senior Vice President, Grocery, and Patti Herrick to Vice President, Frozen & Dairy, effective from January 1, 2025.
These promotions are a testament to their exceptional leadership and the results they have driven within the JOH Metro team.
Dan McKernan, who joined JOH in 2018, has amassed over 34 years of experience in the food industry.
His career spans roles with distributors, wholesalers, and brokers, equipping him with a robust expertise that has been critical to JOH's growth.
Dan’s leadership has been instrumental in developing strong client and customer relations and guiding the Metro Account Executives and Account Managers.
He lives in Long Valley, NJ with his wife Dina and their two children, Elizabeth and Andrew.
Patti Herrick came on board at JOH in 2021 with an impressive background that includes more than 30 years in the industry.
Patti has significantly influenced the Grocery, Frozen, and Dairy categories. Her dedication to building strong partnerships and her strategic vision have driven outstanding results.
Patti will lead the Frozen & Dairy team in the Metro area, focusing on fostering growth and continuing the momentum. Patti resides in Jackson, NJ with her husband Mark, and their son Matthew, who is currently studying at the University of Delaware.
These promotions reflect JOH’s commitment to recognizing and advancing leaders who have a direct and positive impact on the company’s progress and culture.
Dan and Patti’s promotions are poised to further enhance JOH's service offerings and strengthen their leadership in the food industry.
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