Our Story
More Than Just a Trading House
For nearly 50 years, Marcus has connected protein buyers and sellers with trust, speed, and follow-through. Today, we bring modern tools and hands-on support to help partners move product faster — with less waste.
Our Impact
Since 2018, we’ve kept close to 55 million pounds of animal protein in the food chain, reducing waste and environmental impact along the way. Nearly 4.5 million pounds has been directed to food banks or discount channels, supported by a pledge of $15,000 per month to help offset protein and freight costs. That’s Protein with a Purpose in action.
Decades Of Protein Industry Experience
Marcus began as a family-owned trading business built on hustle, service, and integrity. Over the decades, we built one of the largest networks of protein buyers and sellers in the country.
In 2024, we merged with Marcus Technologies, pairing nearly 50 years of relationships with a modern, cloud-based trading platform. The result? A stronger network, better visibility, and faster deals, all while reducing waste at scale.
1936
Sam Marcus founds Excel Packing Company.
1970
Sam Marcus takes Excel public as Kansas Beef Industries.
1979
Marcus family sells Kansas Beef Industries to Cargill.
1980
Howard Marcus forms Marcus Food Company to facilitate buyer’s purchasing needs in both food-service and retail.
1984
Howard Marcus launches Buckhead Beef Company.
1999
Howard Marcus sells Buckhead Beef Company to Sysco Foods.
2016
Billy Marcus forms Marcus Technologies to develop a modern, cloud-based protein trading platform.
2024
Billy Marcus merges Marcus Technologies into Marcus Food Company to streamline business efficiency and productivity to position the company for continued growth.
Core Values
Our core values are the foundation of our culture.
Make It Simple
We worry about the details so that our buyers and sellers don't have to. From business processes to product design, we strive for simplicity in all that we do.
Work Together
We know that we will go further together. We value collaboration and authenticity. We build strong teams, support each other, and celebrate our wins.
Keep Learning
As changemakers, we are on a never-ending quest for personal and professional excellence. We stay curious and always maintain a growth mindset.
Take Ownership
We encourage every team member to think and act like an owner. We empower every team member with the freedom and autonomy to do their very best work.
Do The Right Thing
We take our commitments to buyers, sellers, and team members as seriously as we take our commitment to building a more sustainable future. We always strive to do the right thing.