In a deal set to rock the specialty foods industry, Daniele Foods recently merged with Creminelli Fine Meats, a producer and distributor of premium charcuterie and protein snacks.
“We have been focused on identifying outstanding products to add to our portfolio, and we are excited to be partnering with Creminelli,” stated David Finch, Daniele’s CEO, in a recent press release. “Its focus on innovation, product quality, and culinary artisanship are aligned with our values and history, making the company an amazing fit for Daniele. Together with the outstanding team at Creminelli, we plan on expanding into new markets and broadening our product offerings. As a company, we seek to elevate the snacking and charcuterie experience in the U.S.”
Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, Creminelli is also positioned in a key spot, offering both companies further market penetration.
“Creminelli is very well known on the West Coast, and we are strong on the East Coast,” David Dukcevich, Sales and Marketing Executive for Daniele Foods, shared with local news source The Providence Journal. “It’s all about additions.”
Creminelli’s portfolio aligns with Daniele’s, as it too produces exceptional quality meats. Its product lines include charcuterie snack trays, deli trays, artisan salami, artisan deli, and salami minis.
“We are excited about the marriage of these two companies and how it positions us to build our brand, grow, and improve our product offerings, and continue our expansion into new outlets and channels,” stated Chris Bowler, Creminell’s CEO and Co-Founder. “Our uniquely talented team and a strong food-loving culture has helped build Creminelli into the outstanding, market-leading company that it is today. We will be sharing the best of Creminelli with the best of Daniele and believe this transaction will enable us to continue our strong growth trajectory while expanding our values-guided mission.”
The deal was overseen by Entrepreneurial Equity Partners, the firm that purchased Daniele in September 2019.
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