Mr. Vassi graduated from SUNY College of Technology at Utica in 1985. He was immediately hired to the Quandt’s Foodservice team as a District Sales Representative. David’s talents and techniques have made him tops in sales for the company from 1986 to 1995. In 1991, David became a District Sales Manager and soon after that was named General Sales Manager, a position he held until 1995. Mr. Vassi’s leadership and work ethic spread throughout the entire sales force. Since becoming General Sales Manager in 1991, the company’s overall sales volume has more than doubled. In 1995, he was promoted to Vice President of Sales. The following year, David was given his current title of Vice President of Sales and Marketing. David has played a key role in moving Quandt’s Foodservice to their current market position. By hiring key personnel, getting the most out of his staff and absorbing positive knowledge from colleagues in the industry, David has shown an uncanny ability to make both the company and himself better with time. He has also integrated innovative marketing programs, unique sales promotions via the 2005 Vendor Marketing Investment Portfolio and their highly successful operator/prime vendor program, the 2005 Key Account Investment Portfolio. David also oversees other company features like their spirit-filled food shows, creative monthly flyers and participation in local, charitable activities. |