Craig F. Lieberman

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Chief Executive Officer @ ANTONE'S L.P.
Houston, TX, US
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Houston, Texas, United States, United States
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About Craig F. Lieberman

As Founder/Managing Partner, Craig Lieberman formed Woodway Food Group, LLC. for the purpose of investing in, operating, and developing consumer brands. Lieberman brings over 35 years of entrepreneurial insight and experience along with proven organizational and leadership skills essential for building early stage businesses along with a keen eye for identifying and building brands.He assumed the role of CEO of Antone’s L.P. as partner in July 2020. Antones is one the leading Texas consumer packaged brands, having fed Texans with its iconic Po Boy sandwiches for 60 years. Woodway Food Group was formed following the successful sale of Sunbelt Distributors, Inc, the company Lieberman co-founded and operated for 22 years,to Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream, a NASDAQ company. Woodway has made investments primarily in food and beverage businesses, including the successful sale of Sweet Leaf Tea Co., sold to Nestle Waters .Most recent investments include Miss Jones Bakery Co , NOKA Organics, and Zilks Foods , an organic certified food processor . In addition, Woodway has served as a consultant or Director to early stage and mid -size consumer packaged goods companies including those mentioned above.Lieberman has served as a Director for several for- profit and non- profit community- based boards, many for which he has served as Chairman or President. His organizational experience and leadership skills led to his election as Board Chair of Houston Food Bank, Chairman of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Houston, and the Young President's Organization of Houston, He is Past President of Congregation Beth Israel , Houston Grocery Manufacturers Association.

Craig F. Lieberman's Current Company Details
ANTONE'S L.P.

Antone'S L.P.

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Chief Executive Officer
Houston, TX, US
Employees:
5
Craig F. Lieberman Work Experience Details
  • Antone'S L.P.
    Chief Executive Officer
    Antone'S L.P.
    Houston, Tx, Us
  • Antone'S L.P.
    Chief Executive Officer
    Antone'S L.P. Jul 2020 - Present
  • Woodway Food Group
    Managing Director
    Woodway Food Group Jan 2002 - Present
    Woodway Food Group was established for the purpose of investing in and consulting with early stagebusinesses related to the Food and Beverage Industry. Headed by Craig Lieberman, expertise isin brand development, distribution , marketing premium products.
  • Miss Jones Baking Co.
    Director/Investor
    Miss Jones Baking Co. Jun 2016 - Present
    Emeryville, California, Us
    Miss Jones is a rapidly growing baking company that produces a range of organic baking mixes andready to serve frostings sold in US stores nationwide. Sarah Jones, CEO, is an entrepreneur who has been recognized as a creator and producer of great tasting , better for you products in the baked goods category in US supermarkets.
  • A Pup Above
    Current Investor/Former Director
    A Pup Above Jul 2020 - Present
    Austin, Texas, Us
    LIKE HOMEMADE BUT MUCH EASIERCooking at home for your pup or considering it? Making fresh food is the ultimate expression of love and care for your furry companion, but it takes up significant time. At A Pup Above, we take out the hassle of cooking and kick it up a notch with our exclusive sous-vide cooking method!
  • Atx Specialty Foods
    Current Investor/Former Director
    Atx Specialty Foods Apr 2016 - Present
    Kyle, Texas, Us
    ATX Specialty Foods produces great tasting, non GMO, organic certified all natural spreads, dips and salas under the Zilks brand, sold in US supermarkets and club stores. The company is also a leading co-packer and small batch food processor for emerging CPG brands and foodservice retailers. In addition to innovating unique dips and sauces,, the company helps develop and produce bottled liquids and dairy products .
  • Noka Organics
    Current Investor/Former Consultant
    Noka Organics Apr 2017 - Jul 2020
    Los Angeles, California, Us
    NOKA is the first great tasting organic , superfruit smoothie in a shelf stable pouch. NOKA is packaged to be refreshing anytime, anywhere you want it and delivers the delicious flavor of organic fruits and veggies.Look for NOKA at Airports, Whole Foods, Colleges and Universities and natural food stores nationwide. Also available on Amazon.
  • Sweet Leaf Tea
    Former Director/Investor
    Sweet Leaf Tea 2006 - 2009
    Us
    In 2006, Lieberman led an investment group which purchased ownership in Sweet Leaf Tea Co., an Austin, Texas based premium ready to drink beverage sold nationally. He served as a member of the Board of Directors and was independently hired to assist the company with brand strategy and business development from 2006 to 2008. The company was acquired by Nestle Waters in 2011.
  • Jardine Foods
    Former Director
    Jardine Foods 2002 - 2004
    Jardine Foods, Inc. is an Austin, Texas based manufactuer and marketer of premium salsas and sauces distributed nationwide.
  • Sunbelt Distributors , Inc.
    Co Founder And Co-Ceo
    Sunbelt Distributors , Inc. 1977 - Jun 2000
    Lieberman founded Sunbelt Distributors with his former college roommate in 1977.For 22 years, Lieberman ,as co-founder and CEO of Sunbelt Distributors, Inc., he was responsible for growing his Houston-based company into one of the US’s largest independent marketers and distributors of ice creams and specialty frozen products--generating $75m in revenues. Sunbelt was recognized by INC. Magazine in 1984,85,86 as one the fastest growing privately held companies in the country. Lieberman managed sales and marketing activities for 200 employees & 3,500 customers located throughout Texas and Louisiana. Sunbelt represented several leading U.S packaged food companies including Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream, Dreyer’s Ice Cream, Nestle USA, Healthy Choice,Haagen-Dazs,Colombo Yogurt, Dannon, M&M Mars, Wolfgang Puck Foods, Celentano Foods, Kraft Foods, General Mills, Breyer’s, Minute Maid.Lieberman “discovered” Haagen Dazs in 1976 in the Bronx New York, securing marketing and distribution rights for South Texas. He became a general partner and franchisee of the first Haagen-Dazs Ice Cream Shoppe in Houston in 1982. His company also became the first independent distributor of Colombo soft-serve frozen yogurt, supplying over 1,300 outlets. Colombo became the market's dominant brand under his management.Lieberman’s strong reputation for building brands led to his launching Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream products in Texas, achieving a 52% share of Texas' super premium market within 3 years. In 1994, Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream recognized Mr. Lieberman for his leadership role in the most successful new market introduction in their company’s history,growing the brand to a 13.4% share of the market within 3 months of launch. Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream acquired Sunbelt Distributors in 1999.

Craig F. Lieberman Skills

Marketing Business Development New Business Development Management Brand Development Strategic Planning Ice Cream Food Leadership Entrepreneurship Marketing Strategy Product Marketing Sales Food And Beverage Sales Management Business Planning Business Strategy Negotiation Team Building Product Development Budgets Fundraising Philanthropy Non Profit Board Development Strategic Communications Marketing Communications Strategic Leadership Public Relations Cause Marketing Food Distribution Foodservice Distribution Non Profit Boards Business Acquisition Adventure Travel Youth At Risk Start Up Ventures Start Ups Strategy

Craig F. Lieberman Education Details

  • The University Of Texas At Austin
    The University Of Texas At Austin
    Marketing
  • Shawnee Mission East High School, Johnson County, Kansas
    Shawnee Mission East High School, Johnson County, Kansas

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