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Quirch Foods Appoints Joe Ward As Chief Executive Officer

PRIVATEMar 13, 2026•2 months ago

Position

Chief Executive Officer

Company

Quirch Foods

Joe Ward
MiamiFood and Beverage

Description

Quirch Foods announced that Joe Ward will transition from his role as President and Chief Operating Officer to President and Chief Executive Officer effective April 1, 2026. This leadership change is part of the company's long-term succession plan as Frank Grande steps down after years of transformational leadership.

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Company

Quirch Foods

Location

Miami, Florida, United States

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Founded in 1967, Quirch Foods is a food distribution company serving large and independent retailers, foodservice providers, and cruise line businesses across the United States, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. Quirch operates 24 distribution facilities throughout the United States and Puerto Rico, representing a combined 2.4 million square feet of refrigerated warehouse space.

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