Sargento has been named to Fast Company’s list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies for 2026, and was ranked #3 in the Food category. The annual list honors organizations shaping industries and culture through bold thinking and groundbreaking ideas. The award recognizes over 70 years of industry firsts that have revolutionized the dairy case, and a breakthrough in Natural American Cheese slices, redefining a household favorite.
Fast Company writes for, and about the most progressive business leaders in order to “inspire readers to think expansively, lead with purpose, embrace change, and shape the future of business.”
Upon the recognition, Sargento Chairman and CEO, Louie Gentine, responded that “Being named one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies is a tribute to my grandfather, my father and uncles who made sure Sargento would always lead the way with new ideas to create value for our stakeholders. It’s also a testament to the winning spirit of our employees, past and present.
Fast Company said that the recognition also reflects Sargento’s broader innovation pipeline and long history of firsts, including vacuymm-sealed cheeses, convenient shredded cheese blends…” and its creation of the snack kit category of “Balanced Breaks.”
The full announcement from Sargento is available through this link.



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