SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Death Wish Coffee Co. has appointed a new Chief Executive Officer. The Saratoga Springs-based coffee company announced on Wednesday that Steve Gardiner will be taking over the position.

Gardiner has been in the food and beverage industry for three decades, with his latest position having been at Nature's Bakery for the last five years. Before that, he was with PepsiCo for 24 years.

"I have long admired Death Wish Coffee Co.'s commitment to quality, its unique brand identity, and its passionate customer base," Gardiner said. "It's an honor to be given the opportunity to lead this team and build upon the brand's growth and success. I am excited to dive in and get to work with the team, expanding our reach and bringing the leading Fair Trade and Organic Co

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