ABOUT US

Our Vision

At SoGo, we envision becoming the best place to work by championing our most valuable asset—our talented and diverse workforce. We are dedicated to crafting beverages of the highest quality at the lowest possible cost, all while remaining mindful of our environmental responsibilities and the well-being of the community we serve.

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Innovation and flexibility are woven into our culture. We challenge the status quo, embrace change, and pursue excellence with purpose. As we continue to grow, we honor our legacy while keeping a keen eye on the future—striving to be world class in everything we do.

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RESPECT
Prioritizing respect in all aspects of our business. Respect for our customers, our partners, our employees and our community.
EXCELLENCE
Achieving excellence consistently in everything we do. Setting a high bar of expectation for our organization and our products.
INTEGRITY
Upholding strong moral and ethical principles and values with unwavering consistency.
QUALITY
Maintaining high standards across all facets of the business to ensure that we are consistently producing the best product possible.

OUR VALUES

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Leadership

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Michelle Page,
Director of Finance

Joe Friday,
President

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Steve Edmonds,
Director of Maintenance & Engineering

Ed Watkins,
Director of Food Safety, Quality & Compliance

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Connie Messer,
Director of Human Resources 

Rodney Carstarphen,
Batching Manager

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Charles Janes,
Quality Manager

Jim Kwater,
Production Maintenance Manager

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Byron Baker,
Sanitation Manager

Zerry Pleasant,
Warehouse Manager

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Doug Rone,
Production Planning Manager 

Anthony Thomas,
Production Manager

John Roberts,
Building, Grounds & Support Systems Maintenance Manager 

Tina Rambo,
Distribution Manager

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Dennis McGhee,
Assistant Production Maintenance Manager