MGP Ingredients Executive and Leadership Team

Michael Buttshaw, the President, Ingredient Solutions at MGP Ingredients, spearheads the strategic direction and operational execution for the company's diverse range of specialty wheat proteins and starch food ingredients. Buttshaw drives the commercialization and market expansion of key product lines, including the Fibersym Resistant Starch series, FiberRite RW Resistant Starch, Pregel Instant Starch series, and Midsol Cook-up Starch series, ensuring they meet the evolving demands of the food industry. This executive role involves close collaboration with sales, research and development, and production teams to optimize product performance and customer satisfaction. By focusing on innovation and market responsiveness, Michael Buttshaw strengthens MGP Ingredients' position as a leading supplier of high-value ingredients, contributing significantly to the company's overall growth and profitability in both domestic and international markets.

Barbara Miller, the President-BAM Consulting, LLC at MGP Ingredients, provides specialized consulting services that enhance operational effectiveness and strategic planning for the company. Miller focuses on leveraging industry expertise to identify opportunities for process improvement and business development within MGP Ingredients' core segments, Distillery Products and Ingredient Solutions. This advisory role involves analyzing market trends and recommending innovative approaches to product development and distribution, particularly concerning distilled spirits and specialty wheat proteins and starches. By offering strategic insights, Barbara Miller supports MGP Ingredients in navigating complex market dynamics and optimizing its business strategies to achieve sustained growth and competitive advantage across its operational territories.

Matias Bentel, the Chief Marketing Officer at MGP Ingredients, directs all global marketing initiatives, aligning brand strategy with the company's dual focus on distilled spirits and ingredient solutions. Overseeing market analysis and product positioning, Bentel ensures MGP Ingredients effectively communicates its value proposition to manufacturers and processors of finished packaged goods. This leadership role involves developing and executing comprehensive marketing campaigns that highlight the unique applications of Fibersym Resistant Starch series, FiberRite RW Resistant Starch, Pregel Instant Starch series, and Midsol Cook-up Starch series, alongside the company's distinguished portfolio of food grade alcohol and industrial alcohol products. By fostering strong relationships with distributors and direct clients, Matias Bentel drives market penetration and brand recognition across key international markets, including Japan, Thailand, and Canada, directly supporting the company's revenue growth objectives and expanding its reach within the food, personal care, and pharmaceutical sectors.

Amel Pasagic, the Chief Information Officer at MGP Ingredients, architects and oversees the company's entire technology infrastructure, ensuring robust and secure digital operations across both the Distillery Products and Ingredient Solutions segments. This critical role involves managing all aspects of information systems, from enterprise resource planning to data analytics, supporting the complex supply chain and production processes inherent in manufacturing distilled spirits and food ingredients. Pasagic drives technological innovation to enhance operational efficiency, streamline co-product management, and optimize warehouse services, including barrel put away, storage, and retrieval. By implementing advanced cybersecurity measures and ensuring data integrity, Amel Pasagic safeguards sensitive company information and client data, thereby reinforcing MGP Ingredients' reputation for reliability and operational excellence in its primary markets within the United States and internationally.

Erika Lapish, the Chief Human Resources Officer at MGP Ingredients, directs all human capital strategies, fostering a productive and engaged workforce essential for the company's manufacturing and supply chain operations. Lapish oversees talent acquisition, employee development, and compensation programs, ensuring MGP Ingredients attracts and retains the skilled personnel required for producing high-quality distilled spirits and specialized food ingredients. This leadership position involves cultivating a strong organizational culture that supports innovation in areas like specialty wheat proteins and starches, as well as the intricate processes of distilling food grade alcohol and industrial alcohol. By championing employee well-being and professional growth, Erika Lapish ensures that the human resources function directly contributes to operational efficiency, product quality, and the overall success of MGP Ingredients across its domestic and international operations.

Jennifer Peltzer, the Corporate Director, Information Systems at MGP Ingredients, manages and enhances the company's critical information systems, directly supporting the operational integrity of both the Distillery Products and Ingredient Solutions segments. Peltzer oversees the implementation and maintenance of technology solutions that streamline production, manage inventory, and facilitate distribution of distilled spirits and specialty food ingredients. This role involves ensuring the reliability and security of systems used for tracking co-products, managing warehouse services, and supporting sales operations across the United States, Japan, Thailand, and Canada. By driving efficiency through technology, Jennifer Peltzer ensures that information systems provide a competitive advantage, enabling MGP Ingredients to maintain high standards of quality and service in its diverse product offerings.