Team

  • John Kaney
    Chief Executive Officer & Owner

    jkaney@kaneyfoods.com or (805)-544-7600 (ext 126)

    John has been in food industry for over 20 years.  In 2007,  after building a premier seafood company in Seattle, he re-acquired Kaney Foods.  John’s commitment to Kaney Foods is seen through the extensive amount of time and energy he allocates to every aspect of the business.  His free time is spent playing tennis and golf with his two daughters, Carly and Emily.

    Pat KaneyPat Kaney
    VP of Sales

    pat@kaneyfoods.com or (805)-544-7600 (ext 130)

    Pat has been in the food business for over 45 years.  Son to Bill Kaney, Pat has worked in all aspects of Meat & Seafood Processing and the Foodservice industry.  Pat’s lifetime commitment to the industry comes from his passion for providing quality foods and exceptional service.  Married to Dottie Kaney for over 40 years, father to Katherine, Julie, and John, and grandfather to five.  He is an avid football fan, enjoys watching old movies, traveling, and spending time with his family.

    Randi PoeRandi Poe
    Sales Manager

    randi@kaneyfoods.com or (805)-544-7600 (ext 115)

    Originally from Atlanta, GA, Randi came to us with over 25 years experience in the food service industry.  “Our Sales Team is focused on, ‘Obtaining Resources while consulting with you in order to help you become more profitable and enhance your bottom line”. She loves to dabble in photography, enjoys wine and food parings and loves the outdoors.

    John Forma
    IT Director

    jforma@kaneyfoods.com or (805)-544-7600 (ext 107)

    John Forma’s experience is with enterprise IT systems and enabling companies to translate their vision into reality using current technologies.  Since working with Kaney Foods, he has learned to appreciate the fast pace nature of food distribution and he enjoys the challenges of a growing enterprise.  His family started in Germany while in the Army and now has 3 boys and moved to the Central Coast because of its great schools and opportunities.  John regularly goes dirt bike riding with his boys, “Its good therapy!”

    Dottie Kaney
    HR & Office Manager

    dottie@kaneyfoods.com or (805)-544-7600 (ext 116)

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    Jack SenecalJack Senecal
    Operations Manager

    jack@kaneyfoods.com or (805)-544-7600 (ext 139)

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    Gerene CrakerGerene Craker
    Accounts Receivable

    gerene@kaneyfoods.com or (805)-544-7600 (ext 153)

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    Kyle Lynch
    Manager

    kyle@kaneyfoods.com or (805)-544-7600 (ext 140)

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    Ashleigh FrayoAshleigh Frayo
    Purchasing/Customer Service

    afrayo@kaneyfoods.com or (805)-544-7600 (ext 307)

    Ashleigh comes to us with over 5 years experience in the food business.  She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Agribusiness from Cal Poly.  She enjoys the food industry because of the relationships she helps create and maintain, and she takes pride in assuring the highest quality in customer service.  Outside of work, she loves spending time outdoors especially on trips to Tahoe.  She also loves spending quality time with her husband Brent and two boys, Bruno and Hawk. (Labrador Retriever and Jack Russell)

     

     

    Christy Berryhill
    Customer Service/AP

    cberryhill@kaneyfoods.com or (805)-544-7600 (ext 155)

    Christy has been with Kaney Foods for just over 2 years and her attention to detail has been key to helping us maintain our high level of customer service.  What she loves most about working in the food business is that there is something new to learn everyday!  Outside of work she loves enjoying what life has to offer everyday with her wonderful husband Brandon.  She also enjoys reading, crochet, watching movies, and doing puzzles.

     

     

     

    Marc Shackelford
    Produce Buyer

    mshack@kaneyfoods.com or (805)-544-7600 (ext 303)

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    Brett Bishop
    Equipment and Supply Specialist

    bbishop@kaneyfoods.com or (805)-544-7600

    Brett has 11 years experience in food service equipment and supplies on the central coast. He enjoys collaborating on kitchen design, work flow, and menu development. I his free time you will find him either surfing, outdoor grilling, enjoying central coast wines, or playing video games with his son, Kaz.

     

     

    Mike O’Bannon
    Distribution Manager

    mikeo@kaneyfoods.com or (805)-544-7600 (ext 143)

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    Victor Hernandez
    Purchasing/Procurement

    vhernandez@kaneyfoods.com or (805)-544-7600 (ext 302)

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