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Elder is credited as becoming “a major force in the avocado industry” during 27-year tenure with the company.
The Ohio-based produce wholesaler and distributor has promoted Sirna to vice president of sales and Arrendondo to director of operations for its Norwalk, Ohio, distribution center.
Ross Lambert joins the company with an award-winning background as a software engineer and solutions architect.
The company has received three awards lauding its workplace, culture and competitive advantage in recent months.
Jim Malanca is stepping back this month from his role as vice president of sales and marketing at Firebaugh, Calif.-based Westside Produce.
FMI has promoted two leaders from within the organization to steer the food industry associations communications and thought leadership strategy.
Coleman was chosen for the award, recognizing Canada’s emerging business leaders who are changing the status quo, for her commitment to responsible sourcing and fair trade practices in the global banana industry.
Washington state-based CMI Orchards and New Columbia Fruit Packers will transition current CEO Mike Wade to chairman as Reasor moves into the leadership role.
Kevin Benson and James McKinnis bring decades of produce industry experience to the Maryland-based wholesaler’s growing sales team.
The Virginia-based association has promoted Liwanag to represent USApple on topics like pesticides, climate, water and energy.
The appointees include 30 producer members and two importers who will fill three-year terms expiring Feb. 28, 2026.
Blair Chastain has been appointed chief revenue officer for the Yakima, Wash.-based bag closure company.
The produce-focused flexible packaging company has promoted Pallavi Joyappa from chief operating officer to president. Joyappa recently shared her vision for the future with The Packer.
Steve Peters will take the helm effective Nov. 1, succeeding George Gilvesy, who chose not to seek reappointment.
After 16 years as executive director, Bonnie Fernandez-Fenaroli will begin a new chapter in mid-2025, the organization says.
Jennifer Lind brings over 20 years of produce industry experience to the newly created position, blending expertise in sales operations with data-driven decision-making, the company said.
Ashley McPhee has joined as sales manager for eastern North America, and Simon Quesnel will serve as manager of finance, strategy and administration.
Publix Super Markets CEO Kevin Murphy also announced the promotion of two new executives, effective Jan. 1, 2025.
Elaine Trevino brings more than 20 years of experience in agriculture, trade, government relations, supply chain and sustainability to her new position.
The company says Lisa (Davis) Corrigan has held various key positions during her more than 20 years in the fresh produce industry.
Micki Seibel has more than 25 years of experience leading early-stage startups through go-to-market strategy, fundraising, software and technical engineering.
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