David A. Ciesinski serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of T. Marzetti Company, a premier producer of refrigerated dressings, dips, fruit dips, and bakery products under brands like Marzetti, New York Bakery, and Olive Garden dressings. With more than 30 years in the food industry, Ciesinski joined Marzetti in 2011 as President of Sweet Innovations after a distinguished 25-year tenure at Kraft Foods. There, he advanced through key roles in research and development, marketing, sales, and general management, most notably as Vice President and General Manager of Kraft Salad Dressings, where he honed expertise in category leadership and consumer insights. Under Ciesinski's leadership, Marzetti has experienced robust growth, including consistent double-digit sales increases, portfolio expansion through innovation, and strategic initiatives that solidified its dominance in the refrigerated dips and dressings market. His tenure has overseen operational enhancements, successful product launches, and a commitment to the company's employee-owned culture, driving profitability and market share gains in a competitive CPG landscape. As CEO, Ciesinski champions sustainable practices, culinary innovation, and strong consumer connections, positioning Marzetti for long-term success. His strategic vision has earned industry recognition and continues to propel the company forward as a trusted leader in specialty foods.