Ruiz Food Products, Inc., the largest frozen Mexican food manufacturer in the United States, announced the appointment of Jennifer Ginnetti as senior vice president, retail business unit. Ginnetti joins Ruiz Foods from Nestle USA where she served as vice president of marketing for U.S. pizza in its pizza and snacking division.

“Jennifer is an experienced and innovative marketing leader who understands how to build food brands in complex environments. We’re eager to have her help Ruiz Foods continue on the journey of making great food and introducing innovation that delights our customers and consumers,” said Kimberli Carroll, president and CEO.

Ginnetti served in several marketing leadership roles during her decade with Nestle USA. As vice president of marketing for its U.S. pizza business she improved product quality, launched a variety of new innovations, reduced manufacturing complexity, and maximized return on investment.

At Ruiz Foods, Ginnetti will be responsible for fostering the El Monterey brand strategy and sales execution and lead the marketing and sales teams.

About Ruiz Food Products, Inc.
Ruiz Foods Products, Inc. is a privately-owned corporation co-founded by Fred Ruiz and his father, Louis, in 1964. Ruiz Foods is dedicated to premium quality, authentically prepared frozen foods selling to all channels of distribution: retail, convenience store, clubs, vending, industrial, and food service. Ruiz Foods’ El Monterey brand is the No. 1 selling frozen Mexican food in the United States and Tornados, the company’s snack brand, is a leader on the convenience store roller grill. Headquartered in Frisco, Texas, Ruiz Foods employs approximately 3,500 Team Members and has four manufacturing facilities located in California, Texas, and South Carolina.