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Jason Hart has been promoted to help oversee global operations for the discount retailer, with Atty McGrath set to move into Hart’s former role.
Chief Business Officer Chris Rogers has been tapped to succeed the company’s current CEO, who is set to join OpenAI.
From now to June 30, members of the blueberry industry can nominate leaders, growers, suppliers, marketers and mentors.
Jeff Fulton joins the company after a three-decade-long career at Dole Vegetable Co.
Ken Melban has held multiple leadership roles since joining the organization in 2011.
The company said Tara Stroud and Daniel Owens bring agtech experience that will help serve customers.
The respected crew foreman’s 20-year agricultural journey showcases her intelligence, humility and commitment to uplifting her coworkers and improving company processes for the good of all.
Lane has been a part of Baloian’s leadership team for over 18 years, with 10 years as sales manager.
Dashan Dookhu brings more than three decades of experience in the produce industry as the company’s East Coast merchandising manager.
Daniel Gomez will focus on export markets for Giumarra’s California grapes and the import market for the company’s Mexican and South American programs.
Ivan Angland said his newly created position will allow the company to streamline global operational excellence while ensuring great quality outcomes for customers.
To lead strategic growth in the fresh berry sector, Tom Smith will spearhead initiatives to deliver a year-round, consolidated supply of fresh strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and blackberries to foodservice customers across the U.S. and beyond.
As the longtime board member Neil DeFeo retires after 27 years, Berry Martin joins the fresh berry company’s board of directors.
Skip Hulett brings a wealth of legal experience and leadership success at NatureSweet to the board, according to CEA industry group.
The Packer’s Women in Produce honorees have followed distinctly different paths to arrive at a place where they’re making powerful and positive change.
The Packer’s Women in Produce celebrates leaders who are moving the industry forward and inspiring future generations to do the same.
Joe Cook, who joined the company in 2016 as a transportation broker, most recently served as operations manager.
The Packer’s Women in Produce honors champions of agriculture and fresh produce consumption who are playing vital roles in the success of their own organizations and the future of the produce industry.
The Packer’s Women in Produce recognizes eight incredible leaders, changemakers and trailblazers.
BrightFarms Chief Financial Officer Steve Campione will serve as chair, joined by five board newcomers and five returning members.
The Packer’s Women in Produce honorees have followed distinctly different paths to arrive at a place where they’re making powerful and positive change.
The Packer’s Women in Produce recognizes eight incredible leaders, changemakers and trailblazers.
As co-founders shift to advisory roles, the previous COO and the company’s next generation have stepped into leading positions.
Sims brings more than four decades of financial experience in the food, agriculture and consumer industries.
The Packer’s Women in Produce celebrates leaders who are moving the industry forward and inspiring future generations to do the same.
David Politz has been with Associated Grocers Inc. since 1985, serving in various leadership roles — most recently as senior vice president and chief information officer.
The Packer’s Women in Produce honors champions of agriculture and fresh produce consumption who are playing vital roles in the success of their own organizations and the future of the produce industry.
Outgoing CEO Nicholas Bertram will remain on Flashfood’s board.
The company says the most recent donation breaks its previous records, setting the bar high for 2026.
Víctor Villalobos Arambula was selected for his “dedication to farmers” and global food security.