At ofi, we’re grateful for our colleagues, customers, and partners who help us bring high-quality food and beverage ingredients to communities around the world. Wishing you a warm and meaningful Thanksgiving!
ofi North America (Olam Food Ingredients)
Food and Beverage Services
Chicago, IL 7,598 followers
ofi is a global leader offering naturally good food & beverage ingredients and solutions
About us
Welcome to ofi, where our purpose is to be the change for good food and a healthy future. As a leader in food ingredients (spices, cocoa, coffee, nuts, and dairy), we partner with our customers to create on-trend solutions in bakery, beverages, chocolate & confectionery, dairy & desserts, savory & culinary, and snacking. At ofi, we’re fresh thinkers who operate at the forefront of consumer trends to provide food and beverage manufacturers with products and ingredients that aim to delight consumers. Life at ofi involves co-creating with customers to solve the challenges they face with new inspirational concepts, all while positively impacting people and the planet. We have an entrepreneurial culture rooted in collaboration, fostering an environment where curiosity and innovation thrive. Every team member is respected and empowered to contribute to our shared vision. Join us as we celebrate global cultures in the world of food and beverage ingredients, creating products that are healthy for people, good for business, and positive for the planet.
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www.ofi.com
External link for ofi North America (Olam Food Ingredients)
- Industry
- Food and Beverage Services
- Company size
- 10,001+ employees
- Headquarters
- Chicago, IL
- Type
- Public Company
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24 East Washington Street
Suite 1000
Chicago, IL 60602, US
Employees at ofi North America (Olam Food Ingredients)
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Rick Santos, MBA
Corporate Controller | Specializing in Accounting Operations & Compliance | Led Implementation of SAP ERP
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Venugopal Raghavan
Executive Infrastructure & Cloud Leader | Global Influence in Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity, & Cost-Optimized IT Strategies
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Nancy Galvan
Sales Manager/Sr. Sales Account Manager | Key Account Management
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Timothy Primeau
Lab Manager/Quality Assurance at Olam
Updates
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In celebration of National Pepper Month we're spotlighting our Las Cruces facility in New Mexico. Did you know that our Las Cruces team operates 24/7 and holds the title of the world’s largest red chile processing plant? Our strategically located manufacturing facilities give us direct access to key chile-growing regions. This means fresher products, better traceability and a strong commitment to sustainability—ensuring every chile we produce meets the highest standards from seed to shelf. Learn More: https://lnkd.in/gTd5NtnE #redchiles #sustainability #traceability #discoverofi
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National Cashew Day! ofi is the #1 Cashew Supplier in the world. Whether it's a silky cashew milk for plant-based beverages, a creamy base for dairy-free lattes or a savory sauce formulation with strong plant-based credentials, our food scientists and R&D team are ready to support your next product launch. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gxWnW-kf #NationalCashewDay #Innovation #SnackNuts #Sustainability #Discoverofi
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Ready to make your Thanksgiving turkey unforgettable? Our savory culinary lead, Chef Daniel Espinoza, shows just how easy it is to make a flavorful brine featuring a selection of ofi spices. A good brine keeps your turkey juicy and packed with flavor. Chef Danny’s pro tip for getting that perfect crispy skin: Let the turkey air-dry in the fridge for 24 hours. Need to refresh your spice rack? Check out our Olde Thompson spices here: https://lnkd.in/gn3DVmGn Ready to give it a shot this Thanksgiving? Here’s the recipe: 1 gallon of water 1 cup of salt 1/2 cup of sugar 4 tablespoons large, minced garlic 2 tablespoons whole black peppercorn 2 tablespoons allspice 2 tablespoons coriander seeds 1 tablespoon cloves 1/4 oz dried thyme 1/4 oz dried parsley 1/4 oz dried whole rosemary 4 bay leaves, chopped 1 turkey (12–15 lbs) Instructions Combine all ingredients, except for the turkey. Bring to a boil and then cool. Submerge your turkey completely in the water mixture and let it marinate for 24 hours in the refrigerator. The next day, remove the turkey, rinse it, and let it air-dry in the refrigerator for an entire day. Cook your turkey for 15 minutes per pound at 325°F.
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Our Chief Human Resources Officer, Usha Kakaria-Cayaux, joined the How HR Leaders Change the World podcast to discuss “The Power of the Collective.” Tune in to hear Usha’s thoughts on how HR can foster a culture where individuals thrive and how meaningful change comes from small, everyday moments, and so much more! https://lnkd.in/gfTxS-Z2 #Leadership #CHRO #HRChangeMakers #Discoverofi
🎧 The Power of the Collective – A Conversation with ofi’s Usha Kakaria-Cayaux We’re proud to share that our Chief Human Resources Officer, Usha Kakaria-Cayaux, recently joined the How HR Leaders Change the World podcast. In this episode, Usha speaks with deep passion and experience about how the HR function performs at its best by being a catalyst for business impact, grounded in how ofi delivers on its priorities – working to ensure every employee feels empowered and motivated to amplify their strengths. Click here to access in full 👉 https://lnkd.in/dXWs7jM In this inspiring episode, Usha discusses: 💡 Enhancing the power of the collective through leveraging each individual’s superpower. 💡 The importance of micro-moments & personal interaction, driving the multiplier effect. 💡 ofi’s differentiator: HR impact on and interrelation with the #ChoicesforChange sustainability strategy. Usha’s insights reflect our belief that HR is a powerful force for change – fostering creativity, underpinned by diversity of thought – resulting in meaningful collective outcomes. To that end, we support Usha’s call to action anchored in exercising more self-kindness and the value of shining a light inwards before shining it externally, helping us all to unlock our potential. #HRChangemakers #HRLeadership #Sustainability
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That’s a wrap PLMA - Private Label Manufacturers Association Thanks to those of you who stopped by our booth… we had a great time. And a tremendous thank you to our ofi PLMA team! You knocked it out of the park again this year! Look for our PLMA trends takeaways after Thanksgiving! Want to find out more about ofi Private Label? Check us out here: https://lnkd.in/eEmpUG-P #PLMA #PrivateLabel #StoreBrands #Innovation #Transparency #Sustainability #Teamwork #Discoverofi
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In honor of National Pepper Month we are proud to celebrate another distinctive spice - black pepper. As the world's largest fully integrated pepper supplier, we're redefining pepper production with pioneering work in sustainability and technology. ofi’s premium pepper is grown on two pioneering sister estates—one in central Vietnam, the other on Brazil’s coast—offering full traceability from seed to harvest. We know what it takes to produce exceptional pepper — and we’re redefining what’s possible with sustainable agriculture and cutting-edge technology. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g34yrm57 #ofi #NationalPepperMonth #BlackPepper #Sustainability #Innovation #Discoverofi
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We are live at PLMA! The excitement is in full swing, and we're thrilled to be here! If you're attending PLMA, be sure to come visit us at Booth F210 in the North Hall and discover how we can help you create innovative solutions that align with your brand’s vision. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gPWzeaae #PLMA #PrivateLabel #StoreBrands #Food #Beverage #Sustainability #Discoverofi
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Thank you WISE for recognizing our very own Zorayda Garcia as one of the 2025 Top Women in Store Brands! This year's honorees are a fantastic group of leaders and we are incredibly proud that Zorayda is among them. Congrats Zorayda!!! #Leadership #Operations #StoreBrands #PrivateLabel #Discoverofi
Congratulations to all of the talented, amazing women who have been named the 2025 Top Women in Store Brands! A highlight of our WISE annual meeting is hearing how these women have dedicated their talents and insights to make the private brand industry more vibrant and successful. Each of these women was nominated and recognized by their peers as a trailblazer, innovator and leader in shaping the industry. Please join us in congratulating the incredible honorees of the 2025 Top Women in Store Brands Award: 🏆 Lifetime Achievement - Lauren Poisson, Daymon 🌟 Emerging Leader - Heather Warthen, TopCo Associates 💡 Innovation - Tina Manipon, Giant Eagle 🔍 Regulatory/QA/Safety - Shawn Ahlgren, John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. 📣 Marketing – Supplier - April Edmonson, Simmons Prepared Foods 🛍️ Marketing – Retailer - Lisa Taylor, Sprouts Farmers Market ⚙️ Operations - Zorayda Garcia, OFI 🚚 Supply Chain/Procurement - Sherri Olson, Schreiber Foods 🏢 Corporate Services - Rhonda Frudd, TreeHouse Foods 📈 Sales - Marlo Lanahan, Sabre Private Label Group Your leadership, dedication, and impact inspire us all. Here's to your continued success and the powerful example you set for the next generation of women in store brands! #WomenInStoreBrands #Leadership #TopWomen2025 #StoreBrands
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The wait is almost over - we'll be at PLMA - Private Label Manufacturers Association – Private Label Manufacturers Association Expo and are excited to connect with you! Visit us at Booth F210 in the North Hall to See the Source… #PLMA #supplychaintransparency #snacknuts #coffee #salsa #chiles #discoverofi #seethesource