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Food Industry Webinar

Real Results, Not Promises: Proven Tactics to Drive Growth from a 20-Year Industry Insider

Thursday, May 28, 2026 @ 1 PM EST / 10 AM PST
Registration bonus: Get recording after the broadcast
Join Food Industry Executive and ECI Software Solutions for a candid 30-minute fireside chat between ERP veteran Connor Roach and process manufacturing expert Jason Kim-Rastello.

With more than 20 years of leadership experience in food, flavorings and extracts operations, Jason shares how he leveraged ERP to drive measurable business outcomes, including 400% revenue growth and 350% volume expansion.

This conversation goes beyond theory to explore real-world applications:
 
  • Automating allergen tracking and SDS generation
  • Optimizing formulas, reducing manual workloads by hundreds of hours
  • Enabling smarter production scheduling and more
Jason and Connor will reflect on ERP selection and implementation while simultaneously navigating the pressures of scaling a complex manufacturing business.

As a former VP, Jason offers a unique insider's perspective on maximizing the power of technology, and how practical AI and modern ERP systems are poised to help today’s manufacturers simplify operations, maintain compliance, and unlock growth without adding headcount.
 
Who should attend:
 
  • Executives from food, beverage, flavoring and extracts companies
  • Directors of IT, operations, finance, quality and purchasing
  • ERP selection consultants

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Speakers

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Jason Kim-Rastello
Senior Regional Sales Executive, ECI

Jason Kim-Rastello is a process manufacturing expert with over two decades of leadership experience spanning manufacturing operations, information systems, and business transformation. He specializes in bridging the gap between sales and operations by providing real-world plant and supply chain insights, practical implementation expectations, and enabling measurable business outcomes.

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Connor Roach
Senior Account Executive - Deacom ERP | Manufacturing Division

Connor Roach is an ERP veteran with a background spanning from hands-on customer success to executive leadership. Once a Director of Account Management focused on maximizing Deacom ROI for existing clients, Connor now helps process manufacturers navigate the critical software selection phase to ensure they find the best fit for their specific operational needs.

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