Karro Food Group appoints new director

Stein brings more than 40 years’ of experience in the food industry to the role. He spent 17 years on the executive team of Samworth Brothers, including a decade as ceo.

Before that he served on the executive team of Northern Foods for nine years.

Develop business and drive growth​

He will serve on Karro’s board, and will work closely with the company’s management team and investment partners to develop the business and drive growth, the firm said.

Seamus Carr, Karro Food Group ceo, said: “We are delighted that Brian has chosen to join our board, bringing with him an enormous depth of experience and a strong track record. Working closely with me and the rest of the leadership team, he will help us implement our strategy of building sustainable farming relationships, first-class production facilities, a strong team and high quality product ranges in order to offer our customers the best in British pork.”​

Karro Food Group launched as an independent UK-based company in January 2013, following its sale by Vion.