Dancing Deer Baking Co.'s CEO Steps Down After 15 Years

Chief executive officer Trish Karter stepped down from Dancing Deer Baking Co. after 15 years, assuming the title of co-founder and Chairperson Emeritus. Industry veteran Frank Carpenito, who was hired as president and COO in 2008, assumed the position of president and CEO, effective July 1.

Trish Karter, chief executive officer of Dancing Deer Baking, has stepped down after 15 years, assuming the title of co-founder and Chairperson Emeritus. Industry veteran Frank Carpenito, who was hired as president and COO in 2008, assumed the position of president and CEO, effective July 1.

Karter’s inspiring leadership, creativity, commitment to quality and big-hearted embrace has propelled the Boston-based company forward as one of the most highly thought-of brands in the specialty and natural foods industry, the company says.

Dancing Deer Baking has grown from a store front bakery in West Roxbury to a national brand. Under Karter’s leadership, the team has won a staggering collection of awards and accolades for its products and practices.

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