A native of Chicago, Cook lived the final 45 years of his life in Kansas City. He graduated from Marquette University, Milwaukee, with a bachelor’s degree in economics and from Loyola University in Chicago with a master’s degree in human resources and labor relations. Before joining Interstate Bakeries, Cook was an associate dean of students at Loyola and personnel manager for McDonald’s Corp in Oak Brook, Ill.
Josh Sosland is an Editor at various esteemed publications including MeatPoultry.com and Food Business News. He focuses on themes such as food and beverages, consumer packaged goods, and manufacturing, with a keen interest in food safety, waste, and corporate sustainability. His insights and expertise have been featured in notable outlets like Supermarket Perimeter and World Grain Magazine.
