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“I am most proud of the positive influence I have had on many people’s career development. My proudest moments have been when people working for me have been promoted,” said Ed Treacy, Produce Marketing Association.
The New England Consulting Group announced Werner von Pein as a Principal and Advisor to its CPG. He brings nearly 40 years of global marketing, sales, operations and general management leadership.
Shaunte Mears-Watkins has been appointed to the Oxnard, Calif.-based Mission Produce Inc. board of directors.
The U.S. Apple Association announced Mitchell Liwanag will join the organization as manager of association services. Liwanag brings a background in agriculture and association management experience.
A veteran Port of Oakland project administrator has been given a key role in planning the Port’s maritime future.
New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Douglas Fisher today announced the appointment of Joe Atchison III of Cherry Hill, N.J., as the Assistant Secretary of Agriculture.
DMA Solutions announces the availability of its annual Social Media and Produce Marketer’s Calendars for industry professionals to download and utilize for strategic planning in 2022.
American Farmland Trust will begin accepting applications today to help farmers nationwide to improve farm viability, access, transfer or to permanently protect farmland or adopt regenerative agricultural practices.
Tanimura & Antle is pleased to announce that 46 employee-owners have been inducted to its long-standing and honored 20 Year Club this year.
Schnuck Markets, Inc. announced Tom Henry, the company’s Chief Data Officer and Deputy Chief Information Officer since May 2021, has been promoted to serve on the company’s Strategy Team.
WPS is pleased to announce the appointment of Jennifer Rigdon to the newly created director of retail sales position.
Leaders of the Texas produce industry will be honored January 24th, 2022 at the Texas International Produce Association’s Hall of Fame Banquet.
After many years in leadership roles with multiple media groups in Monterey County, Monica Tovar is announced as new president & CEO of TMD Creative.
The California Walnut Board and California Walnut Commission is searching for a new CEO, as Michelle Connelly has resigned. Connelly’s last day will be February 11, 2022.
The same year that Avocados From Mexico made the list of the 50 Most Innovative Companies, the trailblazing organization seeks to strengthen from within.
Oxnard, Calif.-based Westfalia Fruit announced that Raina Nelson has been appointed President of its USA operations, from the end of August 2021.
After 30 very successful years, Andrew Walsh, owner and CEO of Vida Fresh is venturing into a different kind of field … retirement.
Karla Stockli, Chief Executive Officer of the California Fig Advisory Board, is the new chairperson at Buy California Marketing Agreement (CA Grown).
Children’s Cancer Research Fund has announced the support of Zebra Technologies.
It is with mixed feelings that Rainier Fruit Company announces the retirement of their President, Randy Abhold on August 31st.
Mucci Farms announces the hiring of produce industry veteran Ken Paglione in the role of Sales Account Manager.
Stemilt is pleased to announce Vivian Page as its new Vice President of Human Capital.
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The U.S. Apple Association has named a new chair to lead its board of directors.
Moxxy’s award-winning team is celebrating a major accomplishment by one of its members – the agency recently promoted Christina Fuentes to Project Manager.
Wholesum, leading growers and shippers of Fair Trade Certified, 100% organic farm-fresh vegetables, recently promoted Joanna Jaramillo to Marketing Manager.
West Pak Avocado, a global supplier of fresh avocados, proudly welcomes Stephen Sheldon as Director of Global Sourcing.
The Southeast Produce Council is pleased to recognize several outstanding individuals who have been nominated for this year’s Next Generation Award.
Santiago-based Hortifrut has announced changes in its ranks of senior executives.