Grimmway Produce Group — encompassing the fresh produce companies Grimmway Farms, Cal-Organic Farms, RPE, San Miguel Produce, and Tasteful Selections — announced two key executive appointments Oct. 6. Kirsten Anderberg will join as chief financial officer, and Katie Diesl has been named president of organic vegetable category.
“We are building the future of fresh — rooted in heritage, driven by data and committed to customer success,” says Jeff Huckaby, CEO of Grimmway Produce Group.
“Kirsten and Katie are dynamic leaders with the experience and passion to drive our growth strategy forward,” Huckaby adds. “Kirsten brings the financial discipline and strategic lens we need at the enterprise level, while Katie’s deep knowledge of our business and our values make her uniquely suited to lead our organic category in this next chapter.”
Kirsten Anderberg, CFO
As chief financial officer, Anderberg will oversee all financial planning and analysis, accounting and controls, tax, treasury,and IT functions for Grimmway Produce Group. She brings experience in strategic financial leadership across the natural, organic and consumer packaged goods sectors, with executive roles at Fresca Foods, Fantasy Cookie Corp. and Rudi’s Organic Bakery, among others.
“GPG represents an extraordinary platform in fresh food, combining some of the most respected brands in the industry,” says Anderberg. “I am honored to join the team at such a pivotal time and look forward to supporting GPG’s long-term financial strategy while building the systems and insights that will help fuel future growth.”
Katie Diesl, President of Organic Vegetable Category
Diesl steps into the role of president of organic vegetable category following a tenure with Grimmway that began in 2007. Most recently serving as chief information officer and interim president of the organic division, Diesl has helped guide the company through multiple phases of digital transformation, organizational growth and structural integration.
In her new role, Diesl will lead the overall performance and strategic growth of the organic category, overseeing profit and loss, operational strategy, go-to-market execution and cross-functional innovation.
“It has been a privilege to grow alongside this company over the past 18 years,” says Diesl. “Our organic program is rooted in purpose and progress, and I’m excited to work with our teams to build upon that legacy as we continue to lead the way in organic produce.”
