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Paul Lapadat was named Snacks president in May 2004. In this role, he oversees the growth strategy and execution for a business that includes famous brands such as Orville Redenbacher's, ACT II, Slim Jim, DAVID and Crunch 'n Munch. In addition to the branded Snacks business Lapadat manages the companies Store Brands business unit.
In 2007, Lapadat�s team developed and launched a new all Natural line of Orville Redenbacher�s gourmet popping corn that features unique and exciting flavors, such as Buttery Garlic and Buttery Salt and Cracked Pepper. Recently, Lapadat also led the strategic acquisition and integration of Lincoln Snacks that included the Poppycock and Fiddle Faddle brands. The addition of these brands not only enhanced the Snacks portfolio, they also strengthened the company�s supply chain capabilities.
Lapadat joined ConAgra Foods in 2001, when the company acquired International Home Foods. Following the acquisition, he served as general manager of ConAgra Foods� Store Brands business for three years before moving to President of Snacks. He began his career in finance with General Mills and then progressed through the brand marketing ranks within Kraft and Pillsbury before joining ConAgra Foods.
Lapadat earned a bachelor's degree in finance and accounting from the University of St. Thomas. He also has a master's in business administration in marketing from the Anderson School of Management at UCLA.
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