Ed Yuhas

Managing DirectorColumbus, OH
Areas of Expertise

CPG, Food & Ingredients, Pet Food

About

A marketer, an advisor, a leader. Clients return to Ed time and time again to acquire new leaders. Ed effectively combines his search expertise and 30 years of industry experience with organizations such as Mars, Inc., Nestle USA, Spectrum Brands, Borden, Aurora Foods, and private equity-backed startups when identifying and assessing future organizational leaders and provides clients with a swift search process.

Ed holds a BS in Business Administration from the University of Delaware and an MBA in Marketing from Drexel University, Philadelphia.

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From Crisis to Clarity: Making Leadership a Strategic Priority in Ag

By Managing Director Aaron Locker | Originally Published by Seed World The leadership conversation in agriculture has shifted. It’s no longer…

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Employee Engagement: Why It Matters More Than Ever for Food & Ag Leaders

Employee engagement is more than a corporate buzzword; it’s a competitive advantage. Engaged employees aren’t just satisfied, they’re emotionally invested in…

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2025 Mid Year Global Talent Trends & Implications

K&R EXPERIENCE As we move into the second half of 2025, executive hiring in food and ag continues to shift and…

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Is Your Executive Value Proposition Attracting Top Talent in Food & Agriculture?

Top executives in food and agriculture aren’t just looking for a compelling job description or competitive compensation. They want purpose, strategic…

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The First 100 Days: Reframing Executive Onboarding to Accelerate Impact and Retention

The moment a senior leader accepts an offer, most organizations breathe a sigh of relief. The hard part—the search—is over. But…

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Closing the Gap: Future-Proofing Leadership in Food & Ag

The senior leadership gap in food and agriculture isn’t just a distant concern; it’s already here. As these industries face the…

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The AI-Powered Leader: Essential Strategies for the New Era

The Adaptive Leader: Thriving in an AI-Driven World AI is a strategic imperative, rapidly reshaping decision-making, streamlining operations, and addressing complex…

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Osborne Assumes Chairman Role with K&R

Managing Partner, Phillip Osborne will assume the role of Chairman of the Board for Kincannon & Reed. Osborne has been a partner…

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Authentic Leadership: A Catalyst for Success in the Evolving Dairy Industry

In an era of unprecedented challenges and opportunities for the dairy industry, authentic leadership has emerged as a crucial factor in…

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Driving Organizational Success: The Power of Communication and Collaboration

“Great things in business are never done by one person. They’re done by a team of people.” – Steve Jobs A…

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Unlocking Leadership Potential: The Value of Leadership Assessments

Just as the producer assesses soil quality and pest control among a myriad of other factors to ensure a quality harvest,…

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Driving Success: The Impact of Outside Board Directors

In today’s dynamic business landscape, the role of outside board directors has become increasingly crucial for organizations seeking to enhance their…

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The Value of Retained Search

Talent acquisition is only becoming more complex, especially in niche markets and for specialized roles. It’s a monumental task to hire…

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Opportunity Abounds in Pet Care Industry

Key Take-Aways from Petcare Innovation USA These days, it’s not unusual to see Fido the dog or Fluffy the cat in…

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Year End Global Talent Trends and Implications

AN EVOLVING MARKET It could be argued that uncertainty has been the biggest hurdle of 2023 for businesses around the globe.…

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The ROI of Executive Coaching: Is it Worthwhile?

Change is inevitable and it’s necessary to grow, but that doesn’t mean it’s not challenging. To appreciate the value – tangible…

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Behavioral-based interviews provide foundation for in-depth candidate assessments

Last year, we had conversations with more than 15,000 prospective candidates to determine not only their level of interest in an…

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Inclusive Leadership: Three Actions for Successful Leaders

The jury is in: inclusive leadership is successful leadership. According to a recent Kincannon & Reed survey, food and agriculture industry…

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Freshpet partners with K&R on multiple searches to expand team

Forward-thinking natural petfood manufacturer Freshpet recently welcomed two new executives to the growing organization: Christopher Kraus as Chief Information Officer and…

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K&R places CFO & CHRO at Riceland Foods

Leading farmer-owned rice and soybean cooperative Riceland Foods recently welcomed two new executives to the growing organization: Craig Parr as Chief…

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Dairy industry sees opportunity within global challenge

By Gary Weihs and Ed Yuhas While attending the recent joint annual American Dairy Products Institute / American Butter Institute (ADPI/ABI)…

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When is the right time to hire new leaders for startups and innovative businesses?

Five Considerations to Recruit the Best Leaders for Your Startup Managing Directors Ed Yuhas, Lisa Johnson & Aidan Connolly contributed to…

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Engagement & Development: Keys to Engaging and Developing Top Talent

Developing executives to meet future human capital needs has C-suite leaders examining former assumptions and identifying a different set of attributes…

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Retention: Workplace Culture and Hybrid Demands Front and Center

In 2021, more than 47 million Americans quit their jobs, the most resignations on record, but The Great Resignation is not…

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Attraction: C-Suite Leaders Identify the Most In-Demand and Elusive Skills

Today’s executives are not only being hired for what they have accomplished, but more crucially, for their potential to impact the…

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Motivating Factors in Attraction & Retention

How do organizations in the ag-food value chain face off against others in and out of the industry? How do they…

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Dairy Industry Sustainability EVP placed by K&R

K&R principals Ed Yuhas, Sally Day & Gary Weihs extend their congratulations to Lori Captain on her new role with Dairy…

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