Teton Waters Ranch (TWR), a Denver-based producer of sausages, frankfurters and chili from 100% grass-fed beef, today announced that Walt Freese will join the company as Chief Executive Officer effective March 27, 2017. Jeff Russell, who founded the company in Teton Valley, Idaho in 2009, will continue in his role as founder and will focus on building the Teton Waters Ranch business by leading the continued development of its supply chain partners and network.
"We are excited to have Walt join the team to grow the Teton Waters Ranch business," said Jeff Russell, Founder of Teton Waters Ranch. "Over the past 30 years, Walt has led some of the most influential and iconic brands in the industry. His deep experience building values-based businesses, including Ben & Jerry's, will serve Teton Waters Ranch well as we continue to focus on the benefits of grass-fed beef and delivering these benefits to our consumers."