Only FreshOne has the Industry-leading intelligence, national buying power, collaborative supplier relationships, logistics know-how, marketing savvy and innovative development team, supply-demand forecasting capabilities and the proven experience to deliver a comprehensive go-to-market fresh program for you.
CEO, Donald Janacek leads the team at FreshOne Holdings, LLC., a fast-growing, national company offering time-sensitive refrigerated and frozen distribution, warehouse, and cold-chain management, and fresh food solutions. Don has shaped FreshOne’s overall strategic direction and is responsible for high-level client engagement, corporate culture and the development of strategic partnerships.
Before FreshOne, Don was the Managing Director of an autonomous business unit within LSG Sky Chefs which he started and grew to nearly $50 million in profitable sales. Prior to that, he acquired a custom plastic bottle manufacturer in Houston, Texas to which he restored profitability, and subsequently sold to a larger competitor. Don built and operated AIRO Catering Services in Eastern Europe that catered to the former Soviet Union countries of Latvia, Estonia, and Ukraine. Under his leadership, the company grew from startup to $10 million in highly profitable sales. AIRO was acquired by LSG Lufthansa Holdings and he continued to run the company before returning to the US. Don has 20 years of experience operating businesses related to food, distribution, and manufacturing.
Don holds a BA in Economics from The University of Texas at Austin. He has a passion for serving others and is involved in many organizations in the DFW area. Don is the former Chairman of the Texas Scholarship Foundation, has recently joined the board of Need Him Global and calls Watermark Community Church home. Don enjoys coaching and hunting and resides in Dallas, TX with his wife, Melissa, and their two children, Haley and Ryan.
Bill is an avid marketer with an extra helping of the entrepreneurial spirit. He comes from a background as vast as his Midwestern upbringing but is always focused on empowering the people around him to meet and exceed the standards of trust, commitment, and growth that will set them apart from the competition.
Bill chose sales as his profession at a very young age and has accumulated decades of achievements in several industries. In the fall of 2018, he brought his expertise in sales and marketing to FreshOne along with his team-building spirit and relationship-driven approach to success.
Bill is the team captain of an elite storm tracking and search and rescue team, StormWarriorsTV, and responds to natural disasters such as tornadoes, floods, and hurricanes to help restore families. He loves family and lives in Weatherford, Texas, with his wife, Danielle, where they look forward to every visit from their 5 children and 5 grandchildren.
With over two decades of leadership experience across various industries and global settings, from Fortune 500 companies to fast-paced startups, Jarrod has a rich background that includes serving in the US Marine Corps, which has honed his mission-focused approach and hands-on leadership style. Esteemed as a "fixer," he excels in transforming supply chains and business processes to bolster capabilities and meet organizational goals. He is adept at leading high-performance teams towards continuous improvement and accountability, leveraging strong cross-cultural communication skills to interact with senior decision-makers and teams across six continents. His expertise spans supply chain management, operations, strategic sourcing, and procurement, underpinned by a deep understanding of category management and the 7-step strategic sourcing process. This blend of skills and experiences makes him a valuable asset in driving transformations, optimizing operations, and enhancing team performance within FreshOne.
With 20 years of experience spanning various industries, Jeremy exemplifies the epitome of self-reliance and leadership in FreshOne. His adeptness in building and leading high-performing teams, underscored by a simple yet effective philosophy of granting autonomy, showcases his belief in the capabilities of his team members. Jeremy has strong interpersonal skills, including team building and an enthusiastic and positive attitude. He is skilled at multitasking, maintains a keen attention to detail, and is organized and methodical, ensuring high-quality results even under tight deadlines and while managing multiple projects. His leadership and team management approach effectively drive organizational culture, demonstrating their capability to inspire and achieve exceptional outcomes.