Leadership role expands to public relations, government affairs and community impact
The Raley’s Companies have announced the appointment of Carol Barsotti as chief communications officer, expanding her leadership role within the organization.
Barsotti will assume responsibility for public relations, government affairs and community impact as The Raley’s Companies continue to focus on transformation and sustainable growth.
“We are fortunate to have Carol as an integral part of our executive leadership team,” said Keith Knopf, president and CEO of The Raley’s Companies. “She is purpose-driven, creative, versatile, impactful and proven at developing and leading high-performing teams. Carol is the epitome of a servant leader, always willing to step up to support the needs of the team, company and community.”
Barsotti is also president of fieldTRUE, the nation’s leading farm-box subscription business, and will continue in this role moving forward. She is a member of The Raley’s Companies executive leadership team as well as a board member of Raley’s Food For Families. She will continue to report to Knopf with a strong connection to The Raley’s Companies owner and chairman, Mike Teel, and president of Food For Families, Julie Teel.
“Having such an accomplished leader assume these critical responsibilities positions us well for what’s ahead,” Mike Teel said. “As we continue our purpose-driven transformation, I look forward to working closely with Carol to drive our mission of changing the way the world eats, one plate at a time.”
Barsotti brings deep expertise in public service and community impact. She holds a master of public administration and policy from American University and began her career working for the U.S. House of Representatives in Washington, D.C., and California. Today, she continues her commitment to community impact as president of the Kathleen Barsotti Non-Profit for Sustainable Agriculture.
“Carol has already been a meaningful partner in growing support for Food For Families,” Julie Teel said. “Her partnership with me and the board has been significant in our ability to have an ever-increasing impact on supporting local food banks.”
“It’s a privilege to lead with purpose at the center of our strategy,” Barsotti said. “When we align communications, policy and community engagement, we create impact that matters for our business and for the people we serve.”
The Raley’s Companies is a private, family-owned and purpose-driven retail company headquartered in West Sacramento, California. Since its founding in 1935, store operations have grown to include more than 200 locations across eight states and four Tribal Nations under 10 banners: Raley’s, Bel Air, Nob Hill Foods, Raley’s O-N-E Market, Bashas’, Bashas’ Diné, Food City, AJ’s Fine Foods, Full Circle, and Farm Fresh To You. The Raley’s Companies also bridges physical and digital retail through the operation of Fieldera and fieldTRUE. Built on a higher purpose, the organization and its more than 21,000 employees are committed to quality offerings, exceptional service, and supporting team members, communities and the planet.
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