Over a Century of harvesting

Chad is a member of the 4th generation of Furman family to serve Furmano Foods.

While his “career” unofficially started in the tomato fields when he was 11, after graduating from Penn State University, Chad chose to pursue a career in the finance field with Johnson & Johnson instead. There, he was a member of their Financial Leadership Development program, holding numerous roles across their corporate, consumer and pharmaceutical sectors.

Chad returned to Furmano’s in 2009, serving as Vice President of Organizational Strategy and Growth before being unanimously elected President of Furmano Foods in 2012. He now holds the additional titles of C.E.O. and Chairman of the Board.

Since then, he’s achieved numerous leadership positions and accomplishments: serving on the Board of the Northumberland National Bank, and the PA Agriculture Advisory Board to the PA Secretary of Agriculture. Chad is a Certified Financial Manager through the Institute of Management Accountants, and is a Certified Six Sigma, Process Excellence Greenbelt. He also received his MBA from Duke’s Fuqua School of Business through their Cross-Continent program, graduating with honors as a Fuqua Scholar.

Today, Chad shepherds Furmano’s based on Biblical principles and the core values established by founders John and Emma Furman – ensuring every step taken is towards a healthy tomorrow for the generations to come. He loves that Furmano’s truly cares – about the team, the families they serve, the land they care for and the world through the eyes of God. His favorite product is the Pizza Sauce, which he calls “hands-down best on the market”, because of the memories he has making pizzas with his family.

With over 15 years of experience in finance, supply chain management and strategic planning, Bill serves Furmano’s as the Chief Financial Officer & Corporate Treasurer.

Bill graduated from Clarion University with degrees in Communications, Computer Information Systems, and Philosophy. His professional journey has included leadership positions at Compass Group, Anheuser-Busch InBev, Drinkworks, and Genuine Foods. A lifelong learner, he furthered his education with an in-house MBA program at Anheuser-Busch InBev in 2016 that was developed in collaboration with INSEAD.

Bill’s role at Furmano’s is to ensure the company’s financial health while nurturing the growth of a brand that brings the taste of family heritage to every table. This deep-rooted legacy guides his leadership, serving with kindness, gratitude, diligence, and unity. He sees Furmano’s not just as a business, but as a tradition he’s helping chaperone into the next century of prosperity.

Bill serves on the boards of AWSM Sauce, Cardboard Toast, and Swizzle Enterprises. He’s an avid cyclist and athlete, as well as a devoted father and husband. He loves Furmano’s Black Beans in Brine not just because they’re nutritious, delicious and versatile, but because they represent the company’s dedication to bringing wholesome, family-favorite foods to tables across generations.

In Mike’s role, he leads a diverse, cross-functional team that makes sure the entire Furmano’s organization runs like a well-oiled machine. He’s a graduate of Susquehanna University with a Business Administration degree, and brings over 30 years of manufacturing experience across a variety of industries to his position.

Touching so many aspects of the organization, Mike sees firsthand how the company’s values continue to keep it thriving even after 100 years. To him, this as a key differentiator for Furmano’s, and he uses the founding principles as a simple playbook for success in his everyday job. He admires that the company is always looking to improve itself across every aspect of the organization.

Mike serves on the SUN Area Technical School Advisory Board. His favorite Furmano’s recipe is the Old-Fashioned Chili with Beans because it’s both delicious and healthy! Mike enjoys spending time with his wife and son, probably doing something outdoors.

Dan has been with Furmano’s for over 30 years. A graduate of the University of Phoenix with a Master’s Degree from Taylor University, he’s had career stints in both Human Relations as well as Manufacturing operations.

In his current role, he oversees Furmano’s Agricultural Operations overseeing everything from obtaining raw commodities to waste-management and a lot more. His longevity is a testament to the earnestness that Furmano’s shows putting their values into practice. He’s seen firsthand how keeping promises, genuinely caring about others and reliably delivering quality products create a solid business foundation.

Outside of Furmano’s, Dan servers on the School Board of Northumberland Christian School and is a US Council Member of Send International. When he’s not playing or coaching basketball, he’s enjoying pizza made with Furmano’s Pizza Sauce with his family.

Eric joined Furmano’s in 2019, bringing with him over 20 years of food safety and QA experience. He holds a Biochemistry degree from Wilkes University, a Master’s in Biotechnology from the University of Pennsylvania as well as an MBA from Penn State University.

In his role, Eric makes sure every product meets Furmano’s high standards of quality. He’s inspired by how other employees hold themselves up to a high standard as well. He sees this dedication to excellence as a shared value among the family, leaders, and team members – part of the company’s culture that continue to guide it towards success.

Eric has a number of favorite Furmano’s recipes but the Cajun Pinto Beans top the list, and the Diced Tomatoes and Tomato Sauce are popular on Chili night. When he’s not at the office, Eric enjoys spending time with his wife and kids, hiking and cheering on the Penn State Nittany Lions.

Jen oversees all of sales, customer service, marketing and new product development. A graduate of Albright College with a degree in Accounting, she has more than 25 years of sales and marketing experience.

From client meetings to trade shows to strategic marketing programs, Jen wears a lot of hats. Yet she sees the company’s core values echoed in every meeting, conversation and decision. To her, being honest, kind, grateful and diligent shine through both inside of and outside of the office. It creates a culture where everyone working on the business isn’t just a co-worker or associate – they’re family.

Jen’s favorite Furmano’s recipe is the Apple Brown Sugar Grain Bowl, especially with a scoop of vanilla gelato. She keeps busy outside of Furmano’s with cooking, trying new restaurants, running, golf and spending time with family.

John joined Furmano’s in 2022, bringing with him a unique blend of corporate operations and military leadership experience. Originally obtaining his undergraduate degree in electrical engineering from Penn State University, John earned his Masters’ in Business Administration from Robert Morris University.

John was drawn to Furmano’s because of the thankfulness, honesty and kindness that the company practices every day inside and outside of the organization. He loves how Furmano’s has a small-business feel but is large enough to supply quality products across the nation. Which, as VP of Supply Chain, he has the unique position of seeing that happen – where he brings in raw ingredients and supplies, then helps them reach their final destinations as finished products.

John loves the freshness and heat of Furmano’s Petite Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilis – so much so he can eat them straight out of the can! When he’s not working, you can usually find him partaking in almost any outdoor activity that Central PA has to offer.

Jon is in charge of the people part of Furmano’s. He has 30 years of experience in manufacturing, retail and the entertainment industries, and is SHRM-CP certified.

Not surprisingly, Jon believes the people who work at Furmano’s are the company’s biggest asset. He sees it as a privilege to support, nurture and empower Furmano’s employees – ensuring the family values the company was founded on are a part of the culture across the organization. He knows the family atmosphere is crucial to ensuring the business continues to thrive for years to come.

Jon also serves as a board member of the Susquehanna Human Resource Management Association. He’s a fan of Furmano’s Chunky Crushed Tomatoes for making spaghetti sauce and enjoys jogging, fishing, and spending time with his family in the outdoors.