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Mark Bendix posted this“Then I discovered something about myself—I wasn’t a very good retiree.” A few months ago, I retired after an incredible 14-year journey leading a global baking business. I was deeply grateful for the opportunity to work alongside 30,000 talented associates across 28 countries, serving many of the world’s leading quick-service restaurant brands, iconic and progressive retailers in the USA and Canada. I truly believed I was closing one of the most rewarding chapters of my career. Then I discovered something about myself—I wasn’t a very good retiree. What I missed most wasn’t the schedule or the travel. It was the opportunity to work with great people, solve meaningful business challenges, build customer partnerships, and help organizations and individuals reach their full potential. That’s why I’m excited to share that I have joined CraftMark Bakery as Chief Executive Officer. I’m especially pleased to be reunited with my former partners at One Equity Partners. We have worked together before, and I have tremendous respect for their long-term perspective, the incredible talent of their team, and their commitment to building great businesses, and their support for investing in people and growth. CraftMark has an outstanding foundation: exceptional people, strong customer relationships, differentiated capabilities, and significant opportunities ahead. My focus is simple—to build on those strengths by investing in our people, serving our customers with excellence, driving operational performance, and creating sustainable growth together. I’m grateful for the experiences that shaped my career and for everyone who has been part of that journey. Now, I’m energized by the opportunity to help write the next chapter with the talented team at CraftMark. Here’s to new beginnings, continued learning, and the exciting work ahead.
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Mark Bendix posted thisAfter 42 years in this great industry I retired from Grupo Bimbo on April 1st. Although my time with GB has ended, it has been a glorious journey with all of you. I have a full heart and a deep sense of gratitude as I close an extraordinary chapter of my life. Serving as CEO and then President of BQ and then Executive VP of North America, and this remarkable global baking business for the past 14 years has truly been the honor of a lifetime. What makes that statement meaningful is not the titles-but the people behind it. The 40,000 associates I had the priveledge to work with across 28 countries who show up every day with commitment, energy, and pride are the reason this journey has been so special. Together, we built more than a successful business. We created vibrant, growing organizations that delivered meaningful solutions to some of the world's most iconic quick service restaurants, retail brands, channels, and exceptional customers. We strengthened partnerships, expanded across borders, and consistently found ways to meet the evolving needs of our customers and consumers across many cultures. What I am most proud of is not just our growth-it's how we grew. We grew our people alongside our business. We invested in talent, created opportunities, and built a culture rooted in collaboration, trust, respect, fairness and care. Watching individuals and teams develop, succeed, and exceed their own expectations has been one of the most rewarding parts of this journey. None of what we accomplished would have been possible without the passion, resilience, and belief of these exceptional teams. Through challenges and opportunities alike, you brought your best-and you made our organizations stronger because of it. I will always be thankful for your support, your energy, and your unwavering commitment. You didn't just build a business-you built something that matters. As I step away, I do so with immense pride in what we achieved together and great confidence in what lies ahead for these organizations. The foundation is strong, the future is bright, and I have no doubt that continued success is on the horizon. Thank you for allowing me to be part of this journey. It has meant more to me than words can fully express. I leave with gratitude, pride, and lifelong memories.
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Mark Bendix posted thisThis 2023 has marked a significant milestone for Grupo Bimbo! For the very first time, TIME and Statista introduced "The World’s Best Companies" ranking, showcasing 750 transformative companies across the globe. We're honored to lead among Mexican companies, securing the fourth spot in the food and beverage category. This recognition underscores our unwavering commitment to sustainability, the well-being of our associates, and our robust financial growth. It's a testament to our collective efforts toward Nourishing a Better World. This achievement fills us with immense pride, reinforcing our dedication to maintain our leadership in the bakery industry. We're steadfast in our pursuit to drive positive change in society. As we move forward, our commitment remains resolute, to continuously strengthen our position and serve as a catalyst of progress and innovation.
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Mark Bendix shared thisMark Bendix shared thisDON’T GET CAUGHT IN ‘RELATIONSHIP OVERDRAFT’ Relationships are the most valuable aspect of our personal and business lives. Our own ‘personality cocktail’ drives a varied mix of situational behaviours. Genuine caring and empathy ultimately create a trusting and long-lasting relationship. Common sense stuff, but similar to a bank account, relationships require ‘deposits’ that must exceed potentially negative ‘withdrawals’ over time. Deposits’ include those simple acts of kindness and caring that build up your ‘interpersonal bank account’. Early in my career, a senior VP mailed a positive, hand-written note...and then 25 years later (long retired) he sent a similar note when I had been promoted to a senior level role in another organization...WOW! Such a kind, powerful gesture that will never be forgotten...but ask yourself, how much effort did that really take? Mutual respect built over the longer term (‘deposits’) will protect your relationship from overdraft, making forgiveness a natural outcome, keeping your ‘interpersonal bank account’ from ever being in overdraft. As the saying goes, ‘you get what you give’....being respectful and empathetic to others is what this is all about....or simply stated; be respectful, be thoughtful, be nice! www.tagmarketplace.ca
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What an incredible match of talent ,opportunity, and values! Congratulations
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Mark Bendix liked thisMark Bendix liked this🌍🇮🇹 In Italy, our bakeries in Monterotondo and Bomporto are examples of environmental care. Both are already certified under ISO 14001. This reinforces our commitment to nourishing a better world. #BimboQSR #OurActions #ForThePlanet #ForThePeople #Italy
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Mark Bendix liked thisMark Bendix liked thisBig news for Midtown Tulsa! Rupe Companies has purchased the 45,000 square foot former office building located at 2745 E Skelly Drive, right off I-44. If you’ve driven past it, you know this building has sat vacant for more than a decade. Not anymore! We have big plans for this portion of the Skelly corridor, and we can’t wait to share them. The transformation starts soon. Stay tuned. This is just the beginning! #Tulsa #Midtown #ComingSoon #PoweredByRupe
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