PAULA A. MARSHALL
Chief Executive Officer
Been with Bama since 1970

As Bama’s Chief Executive Officer, Paula provides strategic leadership and direction to the entire organization. Her vision stands as a beacon for Bama team members, inspiring the organization to achieve the Bama mission – “People Helping People Be Successful”.

Paula assumed responsibility as CEO of the Bama Companies in 1984, which now includes Bama Pie, Bama Foods, Bama Frozen Dough, Base, Inc., and Beijing Bama. Under her leadership Bama has expanded to provide a wide variety of frozen desserts and baked goods to fast food chains and casual and family dining restaurants.

Paula received her Bachelor of Science in business from Oklahoma City University (OCU) in 1982, and her PhD in commercial science, also from OCU, in 1993.

Paula recently published a book titled Sometimes Being A CEO Looks Pretty Tough, based on her journey through life and how learning to draw and sketch has given her a new perspective on life. In 2009, she published her second book, Finding the Soul of Big Business: One Company’s Ego Elimination Strategy, which is based on Bama’s application of W. Edwards Deming’s theories of Profound Knowledge, and her personal belief that by utilizing Deming’s theories, management can lead American business away from the brink of extinction.

To learn more about our CEO, check out Paula's website and blog.

WILLIAM L. CHEW
Chief Financial Officer
Been with Bama since 1994

Bill Chew is the Chief Financial Officer for The Bama Companies, Inc. His responsibilities include finance, accounting, banking, Information Services, strategic planning, People Systems, and merger / acquisition activity in the U.S. and abroad. In addition, Bill provides strategic leadership for Base, Inc., a liquid sweetener operation comprised of an unloading facility, a transportation operation and a railcar storage yard.

Bill has over 30 years of experience in finance, accounting, acquisitions, and consulting. He has extensive training and experience in quality improvement, leadership, strategic planning, and Six Sigma.

Prior to Bama, Bill was a Partner elect in a Chicago based consulting firm where Bill assisted clients in the areas of strategic sourcing and sales and marketing.

Bill began his career in 1978 with Price Waterhouse in the Chicago office after receiving his Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Illinois.

KEVIN C. WILSON
Vice President, Operations
Been with Bama since 2008

Kevin Wilson is the Vice President of Operations and Quality at The Bama Companies, Inc. In this role, Kevin’s area of responsibility includes all of U.S. manufacturing, including various support functions. Kevin’s scope of responsibility encompasses Research & Development, Quality Systems, Logistics, Maintenance and Engineering, Sanitation and all aspects of food and human safety.

Prior to working at Bama, Kevin worked for A.J. Bush Brothers, The Pillsbury Company and General Mills. While at Pillsbury/General Mills, Kevin served in a variety of operations and quality/process improvement roles including Director of Technical Services in Wellston, Ohio, as well as Midland and Winnipeg, Canada and Plant Manager and Director of Operations in Joplin, Missouri.

Kevin earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Engineering and Technology, as well as his Bachelor of Science in Food Science and Human Nutrition from Michigan State University. He earned an Associate Degree from Kansas State University in Flour and Grain Science. In addition, he earned his MBA from the University of Phoenix.

ROCKY MOORE
Vice President, Finance, IT & Strategic Sourcing
Been with Bama since 2001

Rocky Moore is the Vice President of Finance, IT and Strategic Sourcing at The Bama Companies, Inc. The team members in his organization provide vital support to Bama’s U.S. manufacturing operation in the areas of finance, accounting, information services, and strategic sourcing.

Rocky began his career at Ernst & Young as a Manager of Assurance Services. He received his BSBA in Accounting and Finance from the University of Tulsa in 1995 and earned his CPA in 1997. The University of Tulsa awarded him the Young Alumni of the Year award in 2004 as recognition for the outstanding achievements and successes that have accompanied his career.

In addition to his work at Bama, Rocky has served on the board of the Ronald McDonald House of Tulsa for over six years where he has served as Treasurer.

BERNARD SHERIDAN
Vice President & General Manager, Asia
Been with Bama since 1999

As Vice President and General Manager for Bama’s operations in Asia, Bernie has led the company’s growth in Asia. In this role, he is responsible for all facets of sales, operations and administration for Bama’s three facilities in China, serving all of Asia. Grounded in operations, Bernie has also overseen the construction and start-up of four processing facilities in China, two of them for Bama.

Bernie joined The Bama Companies, Inc. in 1999 after spending 12 years with Chicago-based meat processor OSI Industries, Inc. He has spent 22 years living and working in the Greater China region including the last 16 years in the People’s Republic of China both for Bama and OSI and six years in Taipei, Taiwan where he ran a meat processing facility for OSI. Prior to that, Bernie also has spent 10 years working for the McDonald’s Corporation.

Bernie serves on the Board of Directors for McDonald’s China Ronald McDonald House Charities and is the Chairman for the McDonald’s China Supply Chain Leadership Council. As an active member of the American Chamber of Commerce – China, he has served in various committee leadership roles.

KEVIN McKENNA
Vice President, International
Been with Bama since 2011

As Vice President, International, Kevin is responsible for Bama’s international business and for developing and overseeing Bama’s strategy of international growth. In this role he oversees existing operations in China, as well as strategic global expansion.

Kevin joined Bama in 2011, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to Bama. He has spent the majority of his career working in strategic sales, marketing and business development roles within the food manufacturing and distribution industry. Since 2005, he held the position of Managing Director for Cherry Tree & Associates, LLC, which specializes in representing sellers and buyers of middle-market companies. His other work experience includes serving in a variety of key leadership roles with CNS, Inc., General Mills, The Pillsbury Company and The Liggett Group.

Kevin earned his bachelors degree in business administration from Temple University. He is a Senior Advisor to Cherry Tree & Associates and has published numerous articles and research pieces on various segments of the food industry and related sectors.