For Immediate Release

Contact: Tom Riordan, President
Maple Ridge Farms, Inc.
715-693-4346
tomr@mapleridge.com

Maple Ridge Farms’ Traci Simonis Joins 2026 PPACW Board of Directors

Mosinee, WI – November 7, 2025 – Maple Ridge Farms, Inc. is proud to announce that Traci Simonis, MAS, National Sales Executive, has been appointed to the 2026 Promotional Product Association of Chicago-Wisconsin (PPACW) Board of Directors as Director for a two-year term. PPACW is a regional association dedicated to bringing distributors and suppliers together to strengthen relationships through networking events, local showcases, and education opportunities.

“I’m so excited to join the PPACW Board of Directors!” Simonis said. “I see myself as a bridge-builder—someone who can foster collaboration, encourage engagement, and help grow PPACW’s membership through meaningful relationships.”

Simonis creates a strong connection between Maple Ridge Farms and the PPACW community, as she works closely with a large network of distributor customers throughout the region. Her broad understanding of both supplier and distributor perspectives will be a valuable asset to the organization.

“Traci leads with connection and purpose in a way that brings people together naturally—joined by common goals and a shared desire to serve,” said Jodie Schillinger, Executive Vice President at Maple Ridge Farms. “Her ability to connect ideas, people, and initiatives will be a tremendous asset to PPACW, strengthening regional communities throughout the heart of the Midwest. At Maple Ridge Farms, we believe in driving collective progress because it’s at the regional level where relationships deepen, ideas take root, and the future of our industry is shaped through shared momentum.”

“I have deep ties with both distributors and suppliers,” added Simonis, “which allows me to understand the needs and challenges on both sides.”

About Maple Ridge Farms

Founded in 1979, Maple Ridge Farms, located in Mosinee, WI, is the leading supplier of gourmet food gifts to the promotional products industry. Recognized for its outstanding quality. In addition to its diverse selection of gourmet gifts, it now proudly offers Sweeter Cards—the greeting card and chocolate bar all in one. To learn more about the company, visit their website www.mapleridge.com.

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Tom Riordan, President
Maple Ridge Farms

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Tomr@mapleridge.com
715-693-4346