As the calendar rolls into February, we are thrilled to introduce our second winner of The Females in Food Spotlight Award, a recognition that celebrates outstanding contributions to the food and beverage industry. This month, we shine the spotlight on the remarkable Sandie Deas Ray, whose achievements and dedication are worth celebrating!
Sandie’s expertise in the food and beverage industry shines through her key achievements and expertise. She is a strategic thinker, renowned for crafting marketing strategies that consistently deliver tangible results. Her mastery of multi-channel marketing has led to innovative and highly successful campaigns. Sandie’s customer-centric approach, coupled with her ability to connect with customers and understand their needs, has played a pivotal role in her professional journey. As a cross-functional team leader, she has inspired teams to achieve exceptional results, fostering a culture of collaboration and success.
Sandie leads her team with passion, candor, and a respect for diverse perspectives. She excels in developing clear priorities, eliminating obstacles, and motivating teams to deliver exceptional results. Her infectious enthusiasm for both big and small wins is evident, and she takes pride in recognizing the accomplishments of her team and helping them reach their individual goals.
Beyond her professional accomplishments, Sandie is a strong mentor in her community and at work. She is leading the establishment of the first formal employee resource group at Ruiz Foods. Ruiz Women offers a forum to support, encourage and elevate women by providing training, career development, and mentorship to build key leadership competencies. This helps the organization immensely by strengthening the pipeline of women emerging leaders. It also provides and encourages seasoned women leaders at Ruiz an opportunity to uplift and coach emerging leaders as well as for each of us to celebrate our passion for industry.
Sandie’s advocacy for women is not limited to mentoring; it extends to her professional endeavors. She has played a crucial role in promoting women representation in leadership roles within the food and beverage industry, exemplifying the spirit of collaboration and growth that defines her.
In her current role, she has actively supported women-owned agencies and advocated for their success. Sandie’s belief that the entire F&B industry can collaborate and grow together reflects her sharp mind and commitment to fostering a thriving, symbiotic industry.
Sandie embodies the qualities and values that The FIF Spotlight Award celebrates. Her journey in the food and beverage industry, her dedication to empowering others, and her unwavering support for women in leadership make her a true inspiration.
Join us in congratulating Sandie Deas Ray as the February winner of The FIF Spotlight Award. Her story, experiences, and wisdom will undoubtedly inspire the entire Females in Food Community.
