President
JD Spangler is the President of Honor Foods, a foodservice redistribution company under Burris Logistics, located in Philadelphia, PA. In this role, he oversees all operations, emphasizing strategic growth, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction. JD collaborates closely with the teams at Honor Foods, R.W. Zant, and Sunny Morning Foods to create a unified service offering and explore new avenues for innovation and expansion.
Previously, JD held senior leadership roles at PepsiCo, Sara Lee, and several regional specialty food distributors. He showcased his ability to manage complex operations, develop innovative solutions, and lead teams to achieve exceptional results there. His extensive knowledge of the food service industry and dedication to customer satisfaction aligns well with the goals of Honor Foods and Burris Logistics.
Lourdes Navarro
President of R.W. Zant – an Honor Foods Company – Los Angeles, CA
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When The R.W. Zant Company was acquired in June of 2022, Lourdes Navarro continued as president. Lourdes, a long-tenured Team Member, reports to Honor Foods President JD Spangler, and continues to lead with vast experience in the protein and broadline redistribution industries.
Vice President of Sales & Purchasing – Philadelphia, PA
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Joe’s prior managerial experience at McCain Foods and Campbell Soup Company paved the way for him to join Honor Foods in 2012. As the Vice President of Sales & Purchasing, he leads his team with a true customer-first perspective. This is one of the key factors in Honor’s ability to deliver exceptional food products at great prices.
Joe spends most of his free time with his active family. He enjoys improving his golf game and is a huge Villanova basketball fan. During the summer months, you will find the whole Adams crew at a beach in South Jersey.
Vice President of Operations
As the Vice President of Operations, I work with an impressive team of people that keep our operations running efficiently. We strive to exceed our customers’ expectations every day. I am excited about our new facility and am actively working towards providing the best service possible to communities throughout the region as we continue our forward growth.
On a more personal note, I am a huge sports fan who loves to watch football and baseball. I grew up in Massachusetts, so I’m a huge New England sports fan, but you’ll find me on the golf course during the warmer weather. My favorite thing to do is spend time with my family. I have four children, and three grandchildren that keep me and my wife entertained and enjoying life.
Director of Human Resources
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Ann Polites has been in the Human Resources field for 13 years. She is a Drexel University Graduate. Ann has worked in the consumer product goods industry prior to joining Honor Foods. Her experience has enabled her to build deep expertise in the areas of employee relations, fair employment practices, recruiting, and employee benefits and compensation. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her family and friends. Ann is an active member of the Society of Human Resources (SHRM).
Emory Pepper
Director of Finance
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Emory has over 14 years of experience in the foodservice industry. Prior to his position with Honor Foods, he worked in Public Accounting, obtaining valuable experience in the manufacturing, distribution, and service sectors. In addition to his professional commitments, Emory also serves on the board of a local non-profit organization. Emory and his family are passionate Philadelphia sports fans.