Edward Smolyansky net worth and biography

Edward Smolyansky Biography and Net Worth

COO of Lifeway Foods

EDWARD SMOLYANSKY was elected as a Director in June 2017 and is Lifeway’s Chief Operating Officer. Mr. Smolyansky was appointed as Chief Financial and Accounting Officer and Treasurer of Lifeway in November 2004 and appointed as the Chief Operating Officer and Secretary in 2012. He resigned his titles as Chief Financial Officer on January 1, 2016 and as Chief Accounting Officer on August 8, 2016. Mr. Smolyansky retained his title of Chief Operating Officer when the Board appointed Mr. Hanson as Treasurer and Mr. Haas as Secretary on October 4, 2019. He also served as Lifeway’s Controller from June 2002 until 2004. He received his bachelor’s degree in finance from Loyola University of Chicago in December 2001. He holds no other directorships in any other reporting company. Mr. Smolyansky is the brother of President, CEO and Secretary, Julie Smolyansky, and the son of Lifeway’s Chairperson of the Board, Ludmila Smolyansky. Mr. Smolyansky’s family maintains a controlling interest in the Company, and the Board believes it is appropriate to provide for continuity of the representation of the Smolyansky family on the Board as a component of our succession planning strategy. Key Attributes, Experience and Skills: Mr. Smolyansky brings to the Board over fifteen years of extensive financial and operations experience in the dairy and consumer packaged goods industries, which makes him a valuable contributor to the Board. Under his operational leadership, Lifeway has successfully integrated several strategic acquisitions and successfully led the development of both manufacturing processes and products. Mr. Smolyansky provides the Board with unique perspectives and invaluable, in-depth knowledge of Lifeway, including strategic growth opportunities; personnel; relationships with key customers and suppliers; brand marketing; operations; mergers, acquisitions and divestitures; competitive product positioning; history; company culture; and all other aspects of Lifeway’s operations. As the Chief Operating Officer and former Chief Financial Officer of a publicly traded company, Mr. Smolyansky brings experience working with the investor community and financial institutions. In addition, as a member of our founding family, Mr. Smolyansky is a recognized leader in the dairy and probiotic products industry with an in-depth knowledge of manufacturers, distributors, and retailers across all our channels of distribution.

What is Edward Smolyansky's net worth?: The estimated net worth of Edward Smolyansky is at least $30.53 million as of January 2nd, 2024. Mr. Smolyansky owns 1,271,642 shares of Lifeway Foods stock worth more than $30,532,124 as of November 21st. This net worth evaluation does not reflect any other assets that Mr. Smolyansky may own. Learn More about Edward Smolyansky's net worth.
How do I contact Edward Smolyansky?: The corporate mailing address for Mr. Smolyansky and other Lifeway Foods executives is 6431 WEST OAKTON, MORTON GROVE IL, 60053. Lifeway Foods can also be reached via phone at (847) 967-1010 and via email at [email protected]. Learn More on Edward Smolyansky's contact information.
Has Edward Smolyansky been buying or selling shares of Lifeway Foods?: Edward Smolyansky has not been actively trading shares of Lifeway Foods in the last ninety days. Most recently, Edward Smolyansky sold 3,468 shares of the business's stock in a transaction on Tuesday, January 2nd. The shares were sold at an average price of $13.44, for a transaction totalling $46,609.92. Following the completion of the sale, the insider now directly owns 1,271,642 shares of the company's stock, valued at $17,090,868.48. Learn More on Edward Smolyansky's trading history.
Who are Lifeway Foods' active insiders?: Lifeway Foods' insider roster includes Edward Smolyansky (COO), Julie Smolyansky (CEO), and Ludmila Smolyansky (Director). Learn More on Lifeway Foods' active insiders.
Are insiders buying or selling shares of Lifeway Foods?: During the last year, insiders at the sold shares 30 times. They sold a total of 284,437 shares worth more than $4,744,314.16. The most recent insider tranaction occured on September, 3rd when Major Shareholder Ludmila Smolyansky sold 4,584 shares worth more than $89,617.20. Insiders at Lifeway Foods own 18.9% of the company. Learn More about insider trades at Lifeway Foods.
Information on this page was last updated on 9/3/2024.

Edward Smolyansky Insider Trading History at Lifeway Foods

Transaction Date	Buy/Sell	Number of Shares	Average Share Price	Total Transaction	Shares Held After Transaction
1/2/2024	Sell	3,468	$13.44	$46,609.92	1,271,642
8/23/2023	Sell	19,526	$10.30	$201,117.80	1,299,439
8/21/2023	Sell	13,000	$9.08	$118,040.00	1,336,439
5/16/2023	Sell	10,000	$6.00	$60,000.00	1,354,439
3/30/2023	Sell	15,000	$6.01	$90,150.00	1,394,439
3/28/2023	Sell	28,000	$5.94	$166,320.00	1,409,439
1/13/2023	Sell	5,000	$6.00	$30,000.00	1,937,439
12/9/2022	Sell	1,883	$6.70	$12,616.10	1,942,439
11/21/2022	Sell	5,000	$7.72	$38,600.00	1,995,112
11/17/2022	Sell	10,000	$7.58	$75,800.00	2,000,112
6/8/2021	Sell	5,000	$5.57	$27,850.00	2,010,112
5/26/2021	Sell	2,500	$5.61	$14,025.00	1,515,112
5/26/2021	Sell	2,500	$5.61	$14,025.00	1,515,112
5/24/2021	Sell	4,000	$5.67	$22,680.00	1,527,612
5/21/2021	Sell	6,000	$5.29	$31,740.00	1,527,612
12/31/2020	Sell	10,000	$5.57	$55,700.00
12/18/2020	Sell	5,000	$6.28	$31,400.00	1,508,053
8/21/2020	Sell	3,000	$5.75	$17,250.00	1,530,053
8/19/2020	Sell	5,000	$4.45	$22,250.00	1,530,053
9/10/2019	Sell	19,000	$2.90	$55,100.00	1,552,053
6/12/2019	Sell	3,000	$2.43	$7,290.00	1,577,053
6/10/2019	Sell	3,000	$2.70	$8,100.00	1,577,053
6/11/2018	Sell	4,890	$6.41	$31,344.90	993,614
5/22/2018	Sell	10,000	$5.66	$56,600.00
1/8/2016	Sell	30,000	$11.25	$337,500.00	261,515
6/3/2014	Sell	4,000	$13.00	$52,000.00
12/23/2013	Sell	6,808	$15.50	$105,524.00	290,738
12/10/2013	Sell	4,000	$15.01	$60,040.00	297,546
7/29/2013	Sell	6,000	$18.32	$109,920.00

Edward Smolyansky Buying and Selling Activity at Lifeway Foods

Lifeway Foods Company Overview

Lifeway Foods, Inc. produces and markets probiotic-based products in the United States and internationally. Its primary product is drinkable kefir, a cultured dairy product in various organic and non-organic sizes, flavors, and types. The company offers European-style soft cheeses; cream and other products; ProBugs, a line of kefir products designed for children; drinkable yogurt; and fresh made butter and sour cream. It sells its products under the Lifeway, GlenOaks Farms, and Fresh Made brand names, as well as under private labels on behalf of customers primarily through direct sales force, brokers, and distributors. Lifeway Foods, Inc. was incorporated in 1986 and is based in Morton Grove, Illinois.

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