Sean Zecman – Food distribution leader and innovator

Sean Zecman is the Executive Chairman of National Food Group and a second-generation leader in the institutional food distribution space. With a focus on schools and correctional facilities, Sean has helped grow the family business from a $16 million operation into a $240 million industry powerhouse by leaning into innovation, customer insight, and a culture that embraces experimentation and resilience.
In this episode of Forktales, Sean talks about fostering a “fail first” culture that encourages bold thinking, his company’s commitment to reducing food waste, adapting packaging for sustainability, and navigating evolving consumer demands around transparency and nutrition.