Bridgford Foods Corporation (Nasdaq: BRID) Announces Changes in Principal Officers

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Bridgford Foods Corporation (Nasdaq: BRID) announced key changes in its leadership effective October 30, 2021. Michael W. Bridgford was appointed as Chairman of the Board, taking over from William L. Bridgford, who is now Vice President. Baron Bridgford II has been elected as President, succeeding John Simmons, who also becomes Vice President. Chris Cole and Christian Quigley were appointed as Senior Vice President and Vice President of Bridgford Marketing Company, respectively. Allan Bridgford Sr. has retired after over 64 years of service but will continue as a consultant.

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• Leadership change may enhance strategic direction with experienced executives.
• Michael W. Bridgford and Baron Bridgford II bring relevant experience from their previous roles.

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DALLAS, Nov. 22, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bridgford Foods Corporation (Nasdaq: BRID) today announced that effective October 30, 2021, the Board of Directors of Bridgford Foods Corporation made the following changes to principal officers of the company. The Board of Directors elected Michael W. Bridgford as Chairman of the Board. He succeeds William L. Bridgford who was elected Vice President. Michael Bridgford has most recently served as Vice President of Bridgford Foods Corporation with responsibility for the company’s sales and marketing operations in the Frozen Food Products Segment.

Baron Bridgford II was elected President. He succeeds John Simmons who was elected Vice President. Baron Bridgford II has most recently served as Vice President with responsibility for the company’s marketing and processing operations in the Snack Food Products Segment.

Chris Cole was elected Senior Vice President of Bridgford Marketing Company. Christian Quigley was elected Vice President of Bridgford Marketing Company.

Allan Bridgford Sr., Vice President and Chairman of the Executive Committee retired after more than 64 years of service and will continue to provide consulting services to the company.

The Registrant issued a press release that announced these events on November 4, 2021. A copy of the press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this report and incorporated herein by reference.

CONTACT: Bridgford Foods Corporation
R. Lancy, 714/526-5533

FAQ

What leadership changes did Bridgford Foods Corporation announce?

Bridgford Foods Corporation announced changes in leadership with Michael W. Bridgford as Chairman and Baron Bridgford II as President.

Who succeeded William L. Bridgford as Chairman?

Michael W. Bridgford succeeded William L. Bridgford as Chairman of the Board.

What position does Allan Bridgford Sr. hold after retirement?

After retirement, Allan Bridgford Sr. will continue to provide consulting services to the company.

When did these leadership changes become effective?

The leadership changes at Bridgford Foods Corporation became effective on October 30, 2021.

Who is the new President of Bridgford Foods Corporation?

Baron Bridgford II has been elected as the new President of Bridgford Foods Corporation.