MGP Ingredients Names VP of Ingredients Sales, Marketing

ATCHISON, Kan.MGP Ingredients announced the promotion of Mike Lasater to vice president of ingredients sales and marketing effective immediately. Lasater brings more than 20 years of sales and marketing experience to his new position, most recently serving as national sales director at the company since 2010.

Mike has been a vital member of our executive team since his return to MGP two years ago," said Tim Newkirk, president and chief executive officer. We are pleased to elevate him to this key management role at the company. Mike has demonstrated his ability to effectively lead the ingredients team to provide ongoing sales growth and further deliver outstanding service to our customer partners."