Executive TEAM

what we are made of

Daniel Ledesma

Group 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

Owner/Founder

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

Chairman of the Board

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.