““This business is still—and always will be—about people. Products come and go. Strategies shift. But what stays consistent is the impact of showing up with integrity, curiosity, and the willingness to roll up your sleeves alongside your partners. I’ve never been the loudest voice in the room, but I’ve learned the power of listening deeply, asking the right questions, and staying grounded in the customer’s reality. Because when you understand what they’re really up against, that’s when you stop pitching and start solving. That’s when trust forms, and momentum builds.
What drives me is that sweet spot where vision meets execution. I love helping teams find clarity in the chaos—connecting dots across sales, operations, and strategy to create solutions that don’t just sound good, but actually work in the field. That’s where long-term value is built. Not in the boardroom, but in the day-to-day hustle of helping your customers win. That’s what I show up for every day.”
-Jake Giles
Jake Giles is a seasoned sales and strategy executive with deep roots in the food and beverage industry. He brings more than 15 years of experience driving growth for some of the most trusted consumer brands across retail and foodservice. His background spans national account leadership, regional business development, and cross-functional team collaboration—all grounded in a passion for building meaningful partnerships.
Currently Director of Sales at KIND Snacks, Jake leads national foodservice sales strategy and execution, helping expand the brand’s presence in non-commercial, convenience, and emerging channels. Prior to KIND, he spent over a decade with McCain Foods, where he led regional sales teams, broker partnerships, and distribution initiatives that delivered sustained volume growth and customer impact.
Jake’s approach is rooted in collaboration, transparency, and delivering value beyond the product. He’s known for aligning internal and external stakeholders to unlock strategic growth, whether launching innovation, reengineering go-to-market strategy, or reshaping the operator experience.
Jake holds a degree in Business Management from Illinois State University. He thrives on helping purpose-driven brands move faster, think bigger, and show up stronger for their customers.
