George Garland

George Garland is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in business development and account management within the food industry. Currently serving as a Business Development Specialist and Merchandiser/Buyer at Halperns' Steak & Seafood since May 2021, George previously held the position of Area Manager at Performance Food Group and Area Center of The Plate Specialist at US Foods, where a focus was placed on optimizing the center of the plate offerings for the customer base. At Fruge Seafood, George achieved over 20% sales growth as Regional Account Manager, demonstrating a strong ability to build lasting customer relationships. Prior experience includes a role as Assistant Department Manager at Central Market, where leadership skills were honed in team management and operations. Education includes a Bachelor of Business Administration from Tarleton State University and an Associate of Arts from Tarrant County College.