James Hallam Appointed Chief External
Affairs Officer
DALLAS, Jan. 2, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- Ben E. Keith Company announced senior leadership
changes that will help the company strategically address regulatory
matters affecting business operations. Former Vice President of
Marketing and Legislative Affairs James
Hallam will be stepping into the newly created role of Chief
External Affairs Officer.
In this position, he will provide strategic advice, counsel, and
direction to the corporate executive team. He will foster external
relationships with key constituents, representing the Company's
business interests, reputation, and image before regulators,
legislators, and elected officials of federal, state, and local
governments. He will serve as a spokesperson for Ben E. Keith
Company and play a pivotal role in policy development as the food
and beverage business continues to evolve. James said, "Working in
a business and political environment that is constantly changing,
it is imperative that we have a proactive, focused, and strategic
approach managing regulatory compliance."
James has worked for the Company for over 33 years, holding
various positions in both the Beverage and Food Divisions, ranging
from delivery, sales, and operations to General Manager of Branch
Operations. He is responsible for creating the Ben E. Keith State
and Federal PAC and sits on numerous boards, including Ben E. Keith
Company, Wholesale Beer Distributors of Texas, Center for Alcohol Policy, and
Operation Rock the Troops.
"Throughout his tenure at Ben E. Keith, James has consistently
infused the organization with energy, tenacity, and a relentless
determination for success. Respected and liked by his peers and
associates, I look forward to the positive influence he will bring
to the business in his new role," expressed Chief Executive Officer
John Hallam.
James earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from St. Edward's University and a Master of Business
Administration degree from Southern Methodist
University. He shares his life with wife Kristin, and
children, Georgia, Hite, Hale,
Christian, and Jackson.
ABOUT BEN E. KEITH BEVERAGES:
Ben E. Keith
Company, established in 1906, began selling Anheuser-Busch products
in 1928. Today, Ben E. Keith Company's Beverage division is the
third largest independent beer wholesaler in the country. With
fourteen Sales & Distribution Centers the company operates
throughout the state of Texas and
distributes import beers, craft beers, seltzers, spirits, wine
products, and nonalcoholic beverages. For more information, please
visit www.benekeith.com.
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