PROUDLY CELEBRATING 42 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE - 1982 - 2024

Horizon Sales, the leading sales and marketing organization in the West and Midwest.  We focus on perishables through the continued enhancement of our Clients business in Service Deli, Wall Deli, Dairy, Service Bakery, Meat and Seafood Departments for the Supermarket, Independent and Club Store Trade. Horizon Sales’ team of professionals, along with our unparalleled partners in the West, achieve this by providing the Marketing, Sales and Merchandising expertise to ensure our Clients' market position.

OUR CORE VALUES

  • Fun

    Our first priority, our most important core value. The heart of who we are.

  • Integrity

    We operate with an unwavering commitment to honesty and integrity.

  • Teamwork

    Our coordinated efforts focus on a common goal, profitable solutions.

  • Loyalty

    Committed to our employees, our partners, our principals and our customers.

  • Accountability

    Creating a healthy and sustainable organization that continuously achieves higher results.

Executive TEAM

what we are made of

Daniel Ledesma

President

Daniel is a Partner in Horizon and President at Horizon Sales Southern California, as well as the Southwest, Intermountain West and Colorado regions.

He has been in the food business for over 30 years and joined Horizon in 2007 as Vice President of Sales and Merchandising. His experience covers all areas of the perishable business and his leadership of the Sales, Merchandising, Marketing and Operations group has been key in growing Horizon.

Scott Taylor

Vice President of Sales & Merchandising

Scott Taylor has over 40 years combined experience in the food industry and has been with Horizon for 35 years. Scott has been responsible for the successful growth of Horizon's business at retailers both nationally and locally. He is focused on Horizon's continued approach to developing our business initiatives in Southern California and leads and mentors the Sales and Merchandising teams in the Southern California market.

Theresa Battel

CEO

Theresa is a Partner in Horizon Sales and is responsible for the growth and development of all core areas as the business has grown during her 36+ years with the company.

She has called on key retailers, managed sales, budgets and profitability, developed operations and merchandising business models, and directed the Management team. As CEO, Theresa has full management responsibilities and is focused on expanding the evolution and growth in Southern California and the West. She continues to be responsible for all aspects of the day-to-day business and has a primary role in executing the long-term strategy of Horizon Sales.

Jack Taylor

Chairman of the Board

Jack is now celebrating more than 50 years in food sales. Following a career as National Sales Manager for a major cheese company, Jack founded Horizon Sales Corporation in 1982.

His vision has always been focused on perishables and where he can make a difference in the growing Horizon’s presence in Western US marketplace. He continues to provide strategic direction and support in the growth and transition of Horizon in the Western marketplace.

Tammy Brusseau

Chief Operating Officer

Tammy began her career in the grocery industry over 38 years ago and has experience in retail, distribution and brokerage. She has spent much of the past 20 years in executive management positions in the sales, merchandising and marketing arena and her extensive industry experience has strengthened Horizon’s foundation. Tammy manages the growth of both our existing operations, our expanded regional corporate operations initiatives and our marketing & analytics department.

Robbie Ledford

Vice President of Business Development

Robbie joined Horizon Sales in early 2013 and brought over 20 years of experience in the distribution side of the business. He has extensive knowledge and experience in multiple facets of the retail grocery industry and holds a key role in managing Horizon's Kroger West business in addition to other company initiatives.

John Taylor

Chief Financial Officer

John H Taylor joined Horizon in 2014. He has spent much of the past ten years focused on the fixed income side of the financial industry. John’s knowledge of the financial industry and personal development in the financial sector have had a direct and beneficial impact on Horizon. By developing new systems, streamlining current processes, and expanding reporting capabilities and analysis, John has been innovative and effective in Horizon’s overall financial strategic plan.

Appreciation day

dec 2023

TESTIMONIALS


  • “What separates Horizon from any other broker is the team unity. From the merchandisers who are there to help you, to the office staff that greets you when you come in, to the executive team who takes care of your brands. If there was one word I’d use to describe Horizon Sales, it would be family"



    “What separates Horizon from any other broker is the team unity. From the merchandisers who are there to help you, to the office staff that greets you when you come in, to the executive team who takes care of your brands. If there was one word I’d use to describe Horizon Sales, it would be family"


    ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
    Jim B.
  • “It takes a team, village or better yet, dedicated people who are the best at what they do and I truly feel that is you.”

    “It takes a team, village or better yet, dedicated people who are the best at what they do and I truly feel that is you.”

    ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
    Bridget F.
  • “What a pleasure it is working with Horizon. They are incredibly professional, helpful, patient…from the management team to the field sales team…they have created such an incredible environment.”

    “What a pleasure it is working with Horizon. They are incredibly professional, helpful, patient…from the management team to the field sales team…they have created such an incredible environment.”

    ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
    Sharee H.
  • “How do I pick just one Horizon employee or even 5? Impossible since the entire Horizon family is incredible…35 years of taking care of our customers and all of us is pretty remarkable.”

    “How do I pick just one Horizon employee or even 5? Impossible since the entire Horizon family is incredible…35 years of taking care of our customers and all of us is pretty remarkable.”

    ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
    Christine I.
  • "Horizon has integrity. [They are] a first class organization with great people working for them."

    "Horizon has integrity. [They are] a first class organization with great people working for them."

    ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
    Kathy G.

  • “Horizon Sales is the best! They are hands down the most professional group of people I have ever worked with!"  



    “Horizon Sales is the best! They are hands down the most professional group of people I have ever worked with!"  


    ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
    Kristine N.

Hours

Monday8:00AM - 5:00PM
Tuesday8:00AM - 5:00PM
Wednesday8:00AM - 5:00PM
Thursday8:00AM - 5:00PM
Friday8:00AM - 5:00PM
SaturdayCLOSED
SundayCLOSED

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