With business continuing to grow, Ippolito International is keeping the pace and expanding its sales team. Jeff Feldeisen has recently come on board as a Sales and Commodity Manager.
Jeff brings more than two decades of produce experience to the group. A Salinas Valley native, Jeff began his career working in operations, in the fields, working as an inspector for Foodsource (now known as Robinson Fresh) and America West Distributing. After a few years, he was promoted into a sales role.
From Foodsource, he went to Dole Fresh Vegetables, where he spent the last eighteen years and ultimately progressed to District Sales Manager and Commodity Manager.
“We are excited to bring Jeff into our fold”, said Dan Canales, Senior VP of Sales, Marketing and Processing. “The day-to-day management of commodities, which requires focus and responsiveness, is so important here at Ippolito. Jeff brings an abundance of experience in this regard. At the same time, Jeff has high marks as far as professionalism and customer management - - so Jeff checks off these two boxes very nicely! We consider him a perfect fit.”
Ippolito International also promoted Greg Heinz to Director of Sales and Commodity Management. In this role, Greg will oversee the sales department in terms of daily customer and commodity management, working with the team on pricing and supply, as well as supporting Dan Canales in overall customer strategy and contract management.
