HF Foods Group Appoints Jeffery Taylor to Board of Directors

HF Foods Group Inc. has announced the appointment of Jeffery Taylor to its Board of Directors. Taylor brings 27 years of senior finance leadership experience, most recently serving as VP, CFO, and CAO of Franklin Electric Co. His expertise includes financial management, M&A execution, capital markets financing, operational finance transformation, and public company board governance.

HF Foods Group Inc. (NASDAQ: HFFG), a leading marketer and distributor of fresh produce, frozen and dry food, and non-food products to primarily Asian restaurants and other foodservice customers throughout the United States, has announced the appointment of Jeffery Taylor to its Board of Directors. Taylor brings over 27 years of senior finance leadership experience, most recently serving as VP, CFO, and CAO of Franklin Electric Co. (NASDAQ: FELE), according to the HF Foods Group announcement.

Mr. Taylor's extensive background includes financial management, M&A execution, capital markets financing, operational finance transformation, and public company board governance. He was instrumental in growing Franklin Electric's revenue from $1.7 billion to $2.0 billion and expanding operating income from $190 million to $244 million during his tenure from 2021 to 2025, the announcement said.

"We are thrilled to welcome Jeff to our Board of Directors at this pivotal time in HF Foods’ evolution," said Felix Lin, President and Chief Executive Officer of HF Foods. "Jeff’s extensive public company CFO experience and proven track record of driving profitable growth, leading transformational initiatives, and enhancing shareholder value align perfectly with our strategic objectives. His deep expertise in M&A execution spanning small tuck-in to large strategic acquisitions, and capital markets experience is expected to be instrumental as we continue to pursue growth opportunities and operational excellence. His background in leading organizations through periods of significant growth and change, combined with his extensive board governance experience, positions him perfectly to help guide HF Foods toward achieving its full potential," the company added in the announcement.

In addition to Taylor's appointment, HF Foods has announced a CFO transition. Paul McGarry, the Company's Vice President, Corporate Controller, has been appointed Interim CFO, effective October 15, 2025, replacing Cindy Yao. Mr. McGarry brings extensive finance experience and deep knowledge of HF Foods’ business operations, the announcement noted.

"We have complete confidence in Paul’s ability to provide seamless leadership during this transition," said Mr. Lin. "Additionally, Jeff’s appointment to our board brings valuable expertise that will serve as exceptional mentorship to Paul and our permanent CFO replacement, providing critical guidance on financial strategy, investor relations, and value creation initiatives. We thank Cindy for her contributions to HF Foods during her tenure," the company said.

HF Foods aims to supply the increasing demand for Asian American restaurant cuisine, leveraging its nationwide network of distribution centers and its strong relations with growers and suppliers of fresh, high-quality specialty restaurant food products and supplies in the US and Asia.