HF Foods Group Inc. (NASDAQ:HFFG), a leading food distributor to Asian restaurants throughout the United States (“HF Foods”, “HF Group” or the “Company”), is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Carlos A. Rodriguez as Chief Financial Officer, effective on or before August 1, 2022. Mr. Rodriguez will report directly to Mr. Peter Zhang, Chief Executive Officer of the Company.
Mr. Rodriguez has over 25 years of finance and accounting experience across various industries, including technology, entertainment, restaurants, and life science. Most recently, Mr. Rodriguez served as Chief Accounting Officer and Vice President Corporate Finance for General Life Sciences, Inc., a $300 million high growth company. In that role, he led the Accounting, Finance, Financial Reporting, Treasury/Cash Management, Strategic and Financial Planning, M&A Due Diligence, and other financial responsibilities. Prior to General Life Sciences, Mr. Rodriguez served as Vice President of Accounting and Corporate Finance for California Pizza Kitchen, Inc.
Mr. Rodriguez holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and a Master’s of Business Administration degree from the University of Southern California. He is also a Certified Public Accountant in the State of California.
Mr. Zhang said: “We are excited about Carlos joining the HF team. His expertise in SEC financial reporting, Finance, and M&A due diligence will be crucial for our next phase of growth as we continue to look for market opportunities and invest in our internal capabilities as a growing public company.”
Ms. Valerie Chase, Audit Committee Chairwoman said: “We are pleased to welcome Carlos to HF Foods Group. His deep knowledge of all aspects of corporate finance and broad experience make him an excellent choice for the role. I am confident he will have an immediate impact while also enabling the company to deliver long-term value for our shareholders.”
