Dr. Praeger’s Welcomes Anita Gogia as New CFO, Enhancing Financial Leadership and Innovation
Dr. Praeger’s, a leader in the better-for-you frozen food industry known for its wholesome, veggie-forward products, proudly announces the appointment of Anita Gogia as Chief Financial Officer. The company, a portfolio entity of Vestar Capital Partners, is poised to benefit from Gogia’s extensive financial expertise and strategic vision.
Andy Reichgut, CEO of Dr. Praeger’s, expressed enthusiasm about Gogia’s new role, stating, “We are excited to welcome Anita to our team. Her deep financial acumen, proven track record in delivering results, and experience in building high-performance teams will be invaluable as we continue to drive innovation and growth in our category.”
Gogia joins Dr. Praeger’s with a robust background in financial leadership across public and private equity-backed companies within the consumer-packaged goods and distribution sectors. Her expertise spans corporate financial planning, sales finance, supply chain finance, mergers and acquisitions, and innovation finance.
Previously, Gogia served as Senior Vice President of Financial Planning & Analysis at Imperial Dade, where she spent over five years. Her career also includes significant roles at Kraft Foods, PepsiCo, and Pinnacle Foods (now part of Conagra Brands), bringing nearly 30 years of experience to her new role at Dr. Praeger’s. She holds a bachelor’s degree in finance from New York University Stern School of Business.
“I’m thrilled to join Dr. Praeger’s at such a transformative time,” Gogia remarked. “The company’s dedication to innovation and growth, coupled with its strong vision and values, aligns perfectly with my own professional goals. I look forward to contributing to Dr. Praeger’s success and helping drive long-term value creation.”
About Dr. Praeger’s
Founded in 1994 by cardiothoracic surgeons Drs. Praeger and Somberg, Dr. Praeger’s is dedicated to producing nutritious and delicious frozen foods made from simple, real ingredients. The brand’s offerings include OU Kosher, Non-GMO Project Verified, Gluten-Free, and Vegan products. For more information, visit www.drpraegers.com.
About Vestar Capital Partners
Vestar Capital Partners is a premier U.S. middle-market private equity firm that focuses on management buyouts and growth capital investments. With a specialization in Consumer, Business & Technology Services, and Healthcare, Vestar has invested $12 billion in 94 companies and over 200 add-on acquisitions since its founding in 1988. For more information, visit www.vestarcapital.com.
